From the Classroom to the Boardroom: A Discussion of Equity Led by BIPOC Women

Gender inequality is a major barrier to social equity and sustainable progress in the United States. Women continue to have a more limited presence than men in leadership and business, having inadequate access to and control of resources. Reducing gender disparity is crucial for the development of a more equitable, peaceful, and sustainable society. While some progress has been made to increase women’s participation, there remains a persistent gender equity gap. Many organizations still fall short of inclusive targets to close the gender gap. For BIPOC women, the gender disparities are even more glaring. Researchers argue that this results from a combination of historical biases around the intersection of race and gender social norms, including, but not limited to, workplace “motherhood penalties,” sexism, and occupational segregation.

Join us for Critical Conversations "From the Classroom to the Boardroom: A Discussion of Equity Led by BIPOC Women," as we invite BIPOC women to the table to unpack their experiences and address the central question, "How do we close the gender equity gap?"

The event is open to all and participation is intended to be diverse.