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Women report a more welcoming environment in the tech workplace, but men say it’s more unwelcoming for them, Harvey Nash survey says

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Wednesday, October 30, 2019
Technology, Human resources, Women, Consulting, Other Technology, MEN, Professional services, Small business, Consumer, Sexism, Females, Woman, Equal pay for equal work, Sex, Gender, Articles, the survey, Harvey Nash Inc., ARA

The fourth annual Harvey Nash Women in Technology survey report shines light on how the changing environment of the technology industry impacts women and men differently.

Key Points: 
  • The fourth annual Harvey Nash Women in Technology survey report shines light on how the changing environment of the technology industry impacts women and men differently.
  • More than one third (34%) of all survey respondents believe that the working environment has gotten better for women in technology in the last year.
  • Twenty-two percent (22%) of respondents say men are reluctant to interact one-on-one with women.
  • More than twice as many men as women (75% vs. 32%) believe their company offers equal pay to men and women.

EXCLUSIVE: National Geographic Releases Newest Global Rankings On the State of Women Around the World -- Ranks Norway First, Yemen Last

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Tuesday, October 15, 2019
Education, Communications, Consumer, Women, Other Education, Publishing, University, Countries, International organizations, Member states of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, Member states of the United Nations, World, Females, Woman, Pakistan

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Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20191015005861/en/
    National Geographic's November cover (Photo: Business Wire)
    Norway ranked first in the world, the United States came in at #19 and Yemen came in last.
  • Ninety percent of the worlds countries have one or more laws that discriminate against women.
  • Nearly 75 percent of men in Pakistan believe its unacceptable for women to have a paid job.
  • In Iran financial inclusion ranks high: More than 90 percent of women have a banking or other type of account.

In Medicine, Women Face More Harassment, Have Fewer Opportunities, Receive Lower Wages

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Wednesday, September 4, 2019
Sex, Gender, Females, Woman, Women, Women in medicine, Abuse, Gender equality, Sexism

Both female and male physician respondents reported that women experience increased harassment, fewer opportunities and lower wages.

Key Points: 
  • Both female and male physician respondents reported that women experience increased harassment, fewer opportunities and lower wages.
  • Women are also more likely to report experiencing insubordination, retaliation and physical violence.
  • Only 34% of women believe that women and men are equally respected in their organizations, compared to 69% of men.
  • Women recently overtook men in the number of students entering medical school, suggesting a future with more female physicians than males.