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.

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MARC

Flexible Masculinities at Work (Infographic)

Expectations for men's behavior at work tend to be rigid and potentially harmful. Flexibility may relieve the pressure men face.

Future of Work

Affirmative Action Takeaways: 8 Steps Companies Can Take (Infographic)

Learn how your company can continue to prioritize DEI in the wake of the SCOTUS ruling on affirmative action.

Measurement

How Inclusive is Your Field of Work? (Infographic)

Who experiences inclusion in your industry, and who doesn't? Get informed by this data on the top 15 global industries.

Frontline Employees Initiative

Time for Systemic Workplace Change: 9 Highlights From the 2023 Catalyst Awards (Infographic)

The Catalyst Awards conference focused on systemic change and previewed Catalyst’s new Frontline Employees Initiative.

Inclusive Communications

Performative DEI Policies: Flip the Script (Infographic)

When events that impact people from marginalized groups make news, employees expect their employers to respond authentically. Learn how.

DEI 101

Pyramid: Women in the United States Workforce (Infographic)

Catalyst's famous pyramid depicts how the number of women in leadership positions shrinks as they climb the corporate ladder.

What is Gender Partnership and How to Be an Effective Gender Partner
Engaging Men

What Is Gender Partnership (Infographic)

Learn how to do the internal and external work to become a better gender partner in your workplace.

Unconscious Bias
Unconscious Bias

What is Unconscious Bias? (Infographic)

We all have unconscious biases. Learn more about how they work and how you can overcome them.

Measurement

How to Create Transparency in DEI Measurement (Infographic)

Organizational transparency around DEI metrics not only creates accountability to customers but can also strengthen the internal focus on DEI.

Emotional Tax

Emotional Tax and Work Teams (Infographic)

View the key findings from the Catalyst report, Emotional Tax and Work Teams: A View From 5 Countries.

MARC

Benevolent Sexism: Flip the Script (Infographic)

Have you ever tried to defend a woman coworker? You may have unintentionally sabotaged her instead. Learn about benevolent sexism.

Group of men sitting at table talking
Organizational Culture Change

Men Interrupting Sexism: A View from 12 Countries

What can organizations do to help men become better partners in the struggle against workplace sexism?

Inclusive Communications

Feedback in Flexible Workplaces: Flip the Script (Infographic)

Effective collaboration across locations, time zones, and schedules can’t happen without communicating inclusively. Learn how with this infographic.

Flexible Work

10 Models of Workplace Flexibility (Infographic)

This infographic illustrates 10 different workplace models and best practices for building a remote-first and flextime-first work culture.

Race, Ethnicity, and Culture

Cultural Sensitivity in Global Workplaces: Flip the Script (Infographic)

These scripts help you start to get to know colleagues better without unintentionally devaluing their heritage and history.

Future of Work

Empathy in the Workplace: Flip the Script (Infographic)

Practice building your empathy skills to form stronger bonds with team members and foster an inclusive workplace for everyone.

MARC

Organizations Can Build Gender Equity Advocates (Infographic)

Organizations must work to create an environment that empowers all employees to be advocates. The Catalyst advocacy continuum shows how.

MARC

Individuals Can Become Gender Equity Advocates (Infographic)

Anyone can be an advocate for gender equity. Advocacy involves humble listening, learning from one another, reflecting, and exerting effort.

Inclusive Leadership

Leading Inward: Flip the Script (Infographic)

Choose your words thoughtfully to build an inclusive work culture where people are valued and connected. Change starts with you.

Inclusive Leadership

Leading Outward: Flip the Script (Infographic)

Choose your words thoughtfully to build an inclusive work culture where people are valued and connected. Change starts with you.