Women and Public Policy Program at the Harvard Kennedy School

Today, join Dr. Wen Shan (Vivien) as she presents her research on the cultural impact of gender bias in job descriptions. Discover how cultural values shape gendered language in recruitment and its effects on women in leadership roles. 🗓️ Oct. 28 🕒 3 pm ET RSVP: https://lnkd.in/extHUzku

🔜 In the next seminar of our series, Wen Shan (Vivien) will present her research on the cultural impact of gender bias in job descriptions. In this talk, Dr. Shan will explore how cultural values shape the use of gendered language in recruitment communications and its implications for women in leadership roles across different cultures. Her findings shed light on the interplay between culture, gender stereotypes, and organizational communication strategies, providing valuable insights into creating more inclusive hiring practices. Join us virtually: 🗓️ October 28 🕒 3 pm ET RSVP: https://lnkd.in/extHUzku

Don't miss the Harvard Kennedy School's annual Robert S. McNamara Lecture on War and Peace on Monday, October 28! Attend the hybrid lecture delivered by Pramila Patten, United Nations Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict. She will discuss the evolving nature of her office's mandate, and the many regions across the globe where addressing sexual violence is a growing priority. Register to attend virtually, or in-person with a Harvard ID: https://lnkd.in/esbs-rgN

Today , we'll welcome Dr. Ashleigh Shelby Rosette, James L. Vincent Distinguished Professor at Duke University's Fuqua School of Business, to discuss her innovative typology of intersectionality. Join us virtually: 🗓️ Oct. 21 🕒 3 pm ET RSVP: https://lnkd.in/d9QgS5yg

🔜 On Monday, in the next seminar of our series, Duke University's Dr. Ashleigh Shelby Rosette will delve into her innovative typology of intersectionality. Dr. Rosette will explore the three types of intersectionality she has defined: primary, pragmatic, and pluralistic, each highlighting distinct aspects of social inequity and demographic diversity. By developing this typology and clearly defining each type, she aims to enhance intersectionality research and mitigate misinterpretations of the term, ultimately advancing our understanding of the complex interplay between gender, power, and identity. Join us virtually: 🗓️ Oct. 21 🕒 3 pm ET RSVP: https://lnkd.in/d9QgS5yg

“Misogyny and authoritarianism are not just common comorbidities but mutually reinforcing ills.” ICYMI: This New York Times opinion piece from August examines the US election as an example of how authoritarian tendencies and misogyny rise together, citing ideas from WAPPP-affiliated faculty Erica Chenoweth and Zoe Marks: https://lnkd.in/esvS4jrA

In a recent episode of the Harvard Business Review’s podcast Cold Call, WAPPP co-director Hannah Riley Bowles breaks down a business case she co-authored with Harvard Business School professor Lakshmi Ramarajan about improving the workplace for people with disabilities. Listen for more on their case, including input from the case protagonist Nadine Vogel MBA, Global CSP: https://lnkd.in/eHCYPCXS

“Women’s employment has two roles: to help economies develop through production, and to ensure power and negotiation within the household remains more equal.” This CNBC piece featuring WAPPP affiliate Eliana La Ferrara explores Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ambitious goals for India’s economy – and how persistent sexism could make these goals unreachable. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g-X4yn7d

“Misogyny and authoritarianism are not just common comorbidities but mutually reinforcing ills.” ICYMI: This The New York Times opinion piece from August examines the US election as an example of how authoritarian tendencies and misogyny rise together, citing ideas from WAPPP-affiliated faculty Erica Chenoweth and Zoe Marks: https://lnkd.in/esvS4jrA

With the issue of censorship raised in last week's vice presidential debate, and Banned Books Week just one week prior, we're looking at the evidence on impacts of book censorship in schools and libraries across the U.S. In 2023, the American Library Association recorded an unprecedented 4,240 titles facing censorship—many centered on topics of gender, the LGBTQIA+ community, and race or racism. Evidence suggests that representation in educational materials significantly impacts the future careers and aspirations of marginalized and underrepresented communities, including women and girls. Research from our Gender Action Portal shows that female students perform better in science when textbooks include counter-stereotypic images of women scientists. By showcasing diverse role models in books, we can inspire girls to pursue careers dominated by men, such as STEM fields, and close the gender gap in performance. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e2suBKhQ