Utah Women & Leadership Project

Our founder, Susan R. Madsen, is featured in Forbes! Her insightful article, "Why Do Some Women Justify Gender Inequity?", dives deep into the compelling research supporting gender diversity in leadership. As Susan highlights, "When there are more equal numbers of men and women working and serving in these roles together, there is stronger financial performance, increased innovation, improved creativity, better team decision-making, greater team problem-solving, better team performance on highly complex tasks, increased knowledge formation, higher social sensitivity and even higher collective intelligence." Discover how gender equity can transform business landscapes and drive meaningful change. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gHmVQNw9

Happy Pioneer Day, Utah! 🌟 Today, we honor the brave pioneers who paved the way for the vibrant communities we cherish. Take a moment today to reflect on the incredible women pioneers who shaped our state with their resilience, determination, and vision. From women like Eliza R. Snow to the countless unsung heroines, their legacies continue to inspire us every day. #PioneerDay #UtahWomen #Womenleaders

Infographics are created based on research reports produced by the Utah Women & Leadership Project and other partners. They can be used to quickly communicate statistics and key findings about important issues in Utah. Our infographics range from a variety of topics among women in Utah. They are available in both English and Spanish. Here is a list: https://lnkd.in/gd7xsJ2J!

Utah is among the three lowest states for mammography screening rates in women aged 40 years and older, despite the research that shows a mammography reduces breast cancer mortality and is a critical screening tool that can increase the chance of early detection and treatment. In May 2023, the Utah Women & Leadership Project (UWLP) updated its research snapshot titled, Mammography Among Utah Women: A 2023 Update. Thanks to the report authors, Dr. Chloe Bhowmick and Sadie Wilde. Reports can be accessed on our website at utwomen.org. Read the article at https://lnkd.in/gKmgPPtQ. 💙

Assault, harassment, and sex trafficking in Utah needs to be stopped. View episode 8 of Utah Insight on PBS Utah to be a part of the conversation about providing resources to survivors and working to end sexual assault in Utah. PBS Susan R. Madsen Julie L. Valentine Lilian Olvera-Arbon Utah Coalition Against Sexual Assault (UCASA) #bwfutah #bwfsexualassault

Don't miss out on Dr. Susan R. Madsen's latest thought-provoking opinion piece in The Daily Herald: "The Link Between Domestic Violence and Religiosity." Dive into the insightful analysis and join the conversation! 📢 Read at https://lnkd.in/gRDSrAEU

A Bolder Way Forward's 2nd Annual Summit can now be streamed on our YouTube channel! The Summit is a great resource to learn more about @bwfutah mission and how to get involved. 🏔 #Utahchange #womenleaders #abolderwayforward #utahwomen #uwlp

Tune in to Episode 124 of our podcast! Discover how A Bolder Way Forward is driving societal change in Utah, focusing on 18 critical areas, including higher education attainment. Join Dr. Susan R. Madsen, Jessica Miller, and Bryn Ramjoue🌏 as they discuss bold goals and impactful strategies. Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation—listen now at utwomen.org>resources>podcasts. 🎙💙

Happy Independence Day! Learn more and celebrate a couple of the women who played vital roles in the independence of our nation! Who is your favorite? 🇺🇸🤍 #UtahWomenLead #FourthOfJuly #EmpowerWomen #IndependenceDay

Episode 123 of A Bolder Way Forward Conversations podcast is now live! Leaders in Utah are driving change for women and girls across 18 critical areas, including Sexual Harassment & Gender-Based Discrimination. Dr. Susan R. Madsen and key spokes Nancy Sylvester, Amy Morgan, and Helen Knaggs, PhD, MBA are spearheading this statewide movement to accelerate positive societal change. Together, we're ensuring Utah women, girls, and families thrive faster and better. Listen to the podcast at utwomen.org>resources>podcast. A Bolder Way Forward #abolderwayforward #womenleaders #genderdiscrimination #workplacediscrimination #womenforchange