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Chicago Tribune
5 months ago
Education

Clarence Page: Why the paucity of men on campus is a problem and the beginnings of how to respond

The gender imbalance in college enrollment has shifted over time, with women now outnumbering men.
Men are turning away from higher education at a significant rate, with women making up 59.5% of college students and men 40.5% as of the 2020-21 academic year.
There is debate over whether this trend is a problem and what may be causing it. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Where are all the godmothers' of AI? Women's voices are not being heard

OpenAI's leadership and workforce lack diversity, with a large gender imbalance and male dominance among executives.
Women's voices and concerns are often overlooked in discussions about AI and generative AI (GAI).
Men are quoted significantly more often than women in news coverage of AI. [ more ]
Entrepreneur
5 months ago
Women in technology

Why Promoting Gender Diversity is the Key to Success for Your Business | Entrepreneur

Gender imbalances persist in the business landscape, with women facing challenges in hiring, career advancement, and compensation.
Creating inclusive environments and promoting gender diversity leads to improved business performance and innovation.
Global GDP could increase by $13 trillion by 2030 if the global workforce becomes equally gender-diverse. [ more ]
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TNW | Deep-Tech
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Sharing the AI journey: Amplifying female founder voices

Gender imbalance in AI investment is a significant issue with only 3% of AI startup VC funding going to female-founded companies.
Support and representation are crucial in shifting gender imbalance in tech, highlighting struggles and wins for female founders. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 months ago
London

From audioguides without men to a new women's museum in London, here's how the art world is celebrating International Women's Day

The importance of promoting inclusivity in the art world
Challenging gender imbalances in the art industry [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Women in technology

More women are thriving in science does that mean attitudes have changed? | Eliane Ubalijoro

There has been a recent surge in recognition for women in science, with several female Nobel laureates in recent years.
Despite this progress, there are still significant barriers that prevent many women from pursuing careers in science. [ more ]
China Books Review
4 months ago
Books

Translated Chinese Literature: Winter Warmers | China Books Review

The number of Chinese literature works translated into English has declined from previous years, with just 54 works published in 2022, compared to 76 in 2021.
There is a gender imbalance in translation, with only 18 works by women compared to 33 works by men being published in English. [ more ]
China Books Review
4 months ago
Books

Translated Chinese Literature: Winter Warmers | China Books Review

The number of Chinese literature works translated into English has declined from previous years, with just 54 works published in 2022, compared to 76 in 2021.
There is a gender imbalance in translation, with only 18 works by women compared to 33 works by men being published in English. [ more ]
China Books Review
4 months ago
Writing

Translated Chinese Literature: Winter Warmers | China Books Review

The number of Chinese literature works translated into English has declined from previous years, with just 54 works published in 2022, compared to 76 in 2021.
There is a gender imbalance in translation, with only 18 works by women compared to 33 works by men being published in English. [ more ]
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