Research
Catalyst research is the foundation of all our solutions for creating equitable workplaces. We examine today's work environments and employees' experiences in them. We track representation of women in corporate leadership and determine the root causes of gender gaps. We use fact-based, scientific methods—including longitudinal panels and large-scale field studies—to explore barriers and measure success. Whether you’re looking for numbers, ideas, or solutions, Catalyst has what you need. It’s why Catalyst is the most-trusted resource for knowledge on gender and inclusive leadership in the business.
Results
Ask Catalyst Express: Women CEOs
Trends and statistics about women Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) in the S&P 500 and Fortune 500 companies.
AI and Gender Bias: Trend Brief
Humans may be programming their own biases, including around gender and race, into the algorithms behind artificial intelligence.
Women’s Earnings – The Pay Gap: Quick Take
A statistical overview of the global gender pay gap including data from Canada, Europe, and the United States.
CEO Activism: Trend Brief
CEOs and leaders are speaking out and taking action on social issues including race, gender, and immigration.
Break the Cycle—HR Experts
HR Experts: Learn more about how to revamp your current methods by downloading this Supporter-only tool.
Why Diversity and Inclusion Matter: Quick Take
Get data and findings from a vast body of research on the benefits of workplace diversity and inclusion.
Infographic: Sexual Harassment in the Workplace—What Employees Need to Know
Explore how you can take action to stop sexual harassment in your workplace and community.
Infographic: Sexual Harassment in the Workplace—What Employers Need to Know
Learn how you can dedicate resources to help create a fairer, safer, and more respectful environment for all.
Day-to-Day Experiences of Emotional Tax Among Women and Men of Color in the Workplace
Learn what Emotional Tax is and how it affects both employees of color and organizations.
Gendered Ageism: Trend Brief
Older workers face stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination in the workplace. Consequences of ageism affect women earlier than men and in unique ways.
Overcoming Conversation Roadblocks (Infographic)
Do you fear saying the wrong thing? Not sure how to respond to coworkers' insensitive remarks? Here are common roadblocks to communication and how to overcome them.
Hispanic LatinX Webinar Recording
Listen to this webinar to hear from guest speakers as they describe what it’s like being of Hispanic-Latinx descent at work, the barriers they’ve faced, and how they have called out bias and achieved success.
Ask Catalyst Express: Flexible Work Arrangements
Flexible work arrangments are a work-life effectiveness talent-management strategy critical for the future of work.
Ask Catalyst Express: Creating a D&I Strategy
Data and resources addressing key topics for organizations beginning to develop a Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) initiative.
Ask Catalyst Express: Organizational Structures for D&I
Data and resources addressing key topics for organizations beginning to develop a Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) initiative.
List: Women CEOs of the S&P 500
Only 5% of S&P500 CEOs are women. See which companies put women at the top of their C-suites.
Women in the Workforce – Japan: Quick Take
Women are the key to Japan's labor force transformation, but they continue to face many challenges.
Fragen an Catalyst Express: Gender Pay Gap
Daten zum geschlechtsspezifischen Lohngefälle und den damit verbundenen globalen Herausforderungen.
Fiche Catalyst Express : L’écart salarial entre les sexes
Données sur l'écart de rémunération entre les hommes et les femmes et les défis mondiaux créés.
Infographic: The Ripple Effect: Working Women Grow Economies
When women succeed, families, businesses, economies, and nations all succeed.
Infographic: The Ripple Effect: Educating Women Changes Lives
When girls and women are educated, they are able to contribute more to their families, businesses, and economy.
5 Ways to Create a Gender-Inclusive Workplace (Infographic)
Becoming an ally and an advocate for gender inclusion is simpler than you might think. Follow these steps.
What Is Gender? A Tool to Understand Gender Identity
How companies and employees can prepare for a gender non-binary workplace.
Inclusive Recruiting
Listen to this Webinar On Demand to hear tips and tools on how your organization can tap the talents of women and diverse employees, ensuring a spectrum of valued opinions and ideas.
Topic Overview: Diversity Councils
Learn how diversity councils help operationalize D&I efforts in an organization, from recruitment to product and talent development.
Flip the Script: Disabilities (Infographic)
Rather than focus on a person's abilities, focus on creating connections and engaging with that person.
Pyramid: Women in S&P 500 Companies
Catalyst's famous pyramid depicts how the number of women in leadership positions shrinks as they climb the corporate ladder.
