Gender
What it is and why it is important
Gender research investigates how gender influences social structures, economic opportunities, and political dynamics. It also examines how social norms, values, and institutions perpetuate gender inequality.
Our research helps in developing policies and interventions that promote gender equity and inclusion in various sectors of society.
Key research topics in this field include:
- Gender disparities in income, education, and employment.
 - The impact of gender on health outcomes and access to resources.
 - The role of gender in shaping social and political institutions and policies.
 
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								Episode #41: Nicole Fortin on the Economic Progress of Women
Featured Episode In Gender
November 3, 2025
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											Nicole Fortin
																		
							
															
									Gender inequality in work and education remains persistent despite years of progress. Nicole Fortin joins host Steven Durlauf to discuss pay gaps, occupational segregation, and how deunionization and AI are reshaping labor markets and women’s economic opportunity.