Research briefs, news, and event recaps related to racial minorities.
Modern technology can often be a double edged sword, but where does artificial intelligence stand on that spectrum? We highlight how Artificial intelligence can be used from an equity perspective.
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In conversation with Sarah Kaplan, Heather McGhee, an expert in economic and social policy, offers an exploration about the self-destructive bargain of white supremacy and its rising cost to all of us. | April 7, 2021
Between 2009 and 2017, Black women, who are the fastest growing group of entrepreneurs in the United States, received only 0.0006% of venture capital financing. This case study examines how Backstage Capital attempted to create a US$36 million fund exclusively for Black female entrepreneurs.
This study finds that how people are exposed to ideas about discrimination affects whether they use stereotypes in hiring, in turn shaping labour markets.
We know funding is one of the biggest challenges entrepreneurs face, but how is it different for women starting their own businesses?
To explore the challenges women and minority entrepreneurs face, GATE convened a 6-week workshop series in October and November 2020 sponsored by the Government of Canada’s Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub.
Sonia Kang offers insight towards offering a more constructive approach when having uncomfortable conversations about race, in this piece from the Ross School of Business, University of Michigan.
SABR supports dialogue about racism within the Rotman community to engage and unite the community in actions that will advance racial justice.
Inspired by the Canadian Press piece on how boosting marginalized groups is key to recovery, Global News shines a light on our Feminist Economic Recovery Plan in this video expose.
