Research briefs, news, and event recaps related to careers and jobs.
There are ways to sharpen your skills, test unknown vocations and find new passions — all in a low-risk way. There can be real opportunity in staying put but shaking things up.
GATE's Senior Research Associate Carmina Ravanera spoke to the National Post about why women in the workforce want to preserve their remote work options.
GATE Faculty Research Fellow Sonia Kang speaks to the Toronto Star about why menopause is a career equity issue.
GATE Director Sarah Kaplan speaks to Global News about the ‘tightrope’ women walk in politics.
In an age of social isolation, what does it mean to belong? Kim Samuel discusses human connection, community building, and the deeper connections to those around us. | January 11, 2023
A new report from GATE looks at who has benefited from remote and hybrid work models and what organizations and governments can do to ensure those currently disadvantaged by the current models can also benefit.
How have marginalized workers specifically been affected by the shift to working from home? Our report on the future of work highlights how remote work could help the pursuit of equality.
A panel discussion on how pandemic-era flexible working arrangements are being adapted to support on-going accessibility initiatives. | October 18, 2022
Toxic positivity—the idea that the best way to cope with a challenging situation is to put a positive spin on it—is a coping strategy often promoted in companies. In this podcast limited series, GATE MBA Fellow Simone Lima investigates the effects of toxic positivity on employees, especially women, and on company culture.
Global authorities have proposed interventions to improve the telecommuting experience, such as establishing work–life boundary strategies, and maintaining regular social interactions. However, the potential negative gendered consequences of remote work remain under-acknowledged.
