Скачать или смотреть Women in Economics - Redefining Success | Faiza Sultana | TEDxUniversity of Birmingham Dubai

The field of economics faces gender disparities with only 32% of undergraduates being women, according to Financial Times (2023). Systematic barriers persist for women in the profession, including higher standards and lack of credit for collaborative work. The speaker, a BSc Economics student, outlines the misconception that economics solely involves money and forecasting hinders diversity. Claudia Goldin's Nobel Prize win for her work on gender issues is celebrated for breaking gender norms and elevating the field's importance. Ideological biases impede balanced discussions on issues like inequality and climate change. The IMF suggests that boosting female labor force participation could significantly enhance emerging economies. Overall, diversifying economics is crucial for societal representation and informed policymaking. The field of economics faces gender disparities with only 32% of undergraduates being women, according to Financial Times (2023). Systematic barriers persist for women in the profession, including higher standards and lack of credit for collaborative work. The speaker, a BSc Economics student, outlines the misconception that economics solely involves money and forecasting hinders diversity. Claudia Goldin's Nobel Prize win for her work on gender issues is celebrated for breaking gender norms and elevating the field's importance. Ideological biases impede balanced discussions on issues like inequality and climate change. The IMF suggests that boosting female labor force participation could significantly enhance emerging economies. Overall, diversifying economics is crucial for societal representation and informed policymaking. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx