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
Impact of ChatGPT and AI on Equity (Webinar Recording)
Learn more about the impact of generative AI and other emerging technologies on the way we work now and into the future.
Webinar Recording: Empathy: What Does It Mean for Asian and Pacific Island Communities?
Watch this webinar to hear how organizations can meet the needs of this culturally diverse group with a specific lens on empathy.
Webinar Recording: Building a Culture of Inclusive Feedback
Watch this webinar recording to learn the ways to facilitate candid, constructive, and fair feedback, that encourages growth and understanding for everyone.
International Women’s Day (IWD): Impacting Positive Change by Embracing Equity Webinar Recording
In celebration of International Women’s Day, and of women across all their intersecting identities, join Catalyst for a vibrant discussion on leveraging your sphere of influence to forge a fair and equal world.
Allyship in the Workplace: Leadership Practices That Support Career Advancement for Black Women
Learn how leaders and managers can support Black women and create meaningful career pathways to support their advancement and leadership.
How to Apply for the 2024 Catalyst Award
Has your company considered applying for the Catalyst Award? Learn insights from our Award Chair, Jennifer Thorpe-Moscon, about the rigorous and worthwhile process and details for submitting an application.
Managing with a Sponsorship Mindset: Why Mentorship Isn’t Enough
Mentoring is essential to leadership development—but mentorship alone is not enough to help women advance.
Breaking Through Barriers: Effective Ways to Competently & Confidently Create Workplace Equity for All
Systemic changes are vital to creating real changes in workplace culture, but traditionally marginalized employees need fully engaged leadership on their side. Learn strategies from workplace experts on how to engage others.
Catalyst Measuring for Change Event: Nuts and Bolts: Building and Growing Your DEI Measurement Process (Webinar Recording)
The importance of a robust DE&I measurement process cannot be overstated, but companies often struggle with this.
Dow: Combatting Microaggressions Webinar Recording
Dow’s HR team and the Office of Inclusion, along with education technology company Mursion, created learning modules featuring virtual reality simulations for leaders, covering the topics of microaggressions and bias in performance evaluations.
Words Aren’t Enough: The Risks of Performative Policies (Webinar Recording)
Discover tools for successfully implementing genuine policies and hear practical steps from DEI leaders for driving equity and inclusion.
Interrupting Sexism Is Not Up for Debate (Webinar Recording)
This dialogue, based on recent research, will explore how masculine anxiety and interrupting sexism are linked.
Latinx Women Looking Ahead — Lessons Learned From Pioneering Women in Pay Equity (Webinar Recording)
Learn what Latina advocates for women at work are doing and what women can do today to demand more.
Allyship in the Workplace: Building Community with Inclusive Practices in Times of Crisis (Webinar Recording)
Learn how allyship can serve as the impetus for connecting across differences, while creating a sustainable, inclusive work environment.
The World’s First Gender Data Tool, Raising Transparency in Investing (Roundtable Recording)
Discover the world’s first gender data tool, which shows the gender composition of top executive teams.
Forging the Path to True Workplace Inclusion for LGBTQ+ Employees (Webinar Recording)
Speakers will share their lived experiences, teach best practices from their organization, and discuss actionable steps for LGBTQ+ progress.
Prioritizing Asian/Pacific Island Communities’ Experiences in the Workplace (Webinar Recording)
Organizational leaders examine where we are now with regard to Asian and Pacific Islander women’s workplace experiences.
Inclusive Talent Acquisition – What does “good” look like? (Canada Roundtable Recording)
Watch as representatives from Scotiabank discuss their recent initiative to remove resumes from campus hiring initiatives.
Achieving Pay Equity: A Holistic Approach (Webinar Recording)
The fight for equal pay globally is still moving at a snail’s pace but some companies have made enormous strides.
International Women’s Day – Sharing Perspectives (EMEA Roundtable Recording)
At Catalyst, our IWD 2022 campaign will #BiasCorrect unconscious leadership beliefs by reimagining the meaning of CEO to Chief Empathy Officer.