Does biology explain why men outnumber women in tech?
Here's what research actually says about differences between males and females – and the question of what's innate and what's acquired.
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Family politics moves centre stage in Germany ahead of election
Two new laws have grappled with ideas of diversity and the traditional family in Germany.
What neuroscience can tell us about the Google diversity memo
Modern neuroscience doesn't support the idea that intrinsic differences between men and women are fixed and unchangeable.
Google firing of diversity dissenter leaves awkward questions hanging
His anti-PC 'manifesto' might be filled with nonsense, but that doesn't mean James Damore's thoughts have no value, or that he should have been fired.
A memo to Google – firing employees with conservative views is anti-diversity
Google has fired the author of a controversial diversity memo. It would have been better to create more forums for discussion.
What the Google gender ‘manifesto’ really says about Silicon Valley
Five years after a major sexism scandal, Silicon Valley's misogynist culture remains strong and pervasive – and history reveals the stakes could be as high as the entire US tech sector.
Vogue magazine’s complicated relationship with diversity
Could Edward Enninful's new role at Vogue UK be the first sign of a changing fashion industry?
Sex matters: Male bias in the lab is bad science
Research laboratories are dominated by men, and that's not only bad for lab culture, it can be dangerous for science.
Watershed judgment clarifies limits of religion in South Africa’s public schools
The judgment recognises that religion plays a large role in South African society. The right to follow a religion is embedded in the constitution. This means that South Africa isn't a secular state.
The battle to get more women into the military
The Canadian Armed Forces has called for women to make up 25 per cent of its ranks by 2026. Attracting and retaining female recruits will require better gender awareness in the military at all levels.
How parenting advice assumes you’re white and middle class
Most psychology research that forms the basis of parenting advice might not apply to you. So, how do you know whether to trust it?
Census 2016 reveals Australia is becoming much more diverse – but can we trust the data?
The 2016 Census reveals that Australia is becoming much more diverse – in terms of language, country of birth, Indigenous status, and religion.
Manchester: making sense of the place, its strengths and its future
Like many cities, Manchester can demonstrate strength through diversity, but must face down the forces that would see it divided.
US civil service’s preference for hiring military vets comes at a hidden cost
The US government has long shown a hiring preference for veterans. But because of the demographics of the US military, this has limited the federal workforce's diversity.
Gay university students feel invisible. It’s time to shine a light on their issues
Many people use religion and culture as explanations for their homophobic attitudes.
Autistic people can hear more than most – which can be a strength and a challenge
A noisy environment can be hell for a person with autism. On the plus side, they are more likely to have perfect pitch than a non-autistic person.
Why America’s public media can’t do its job
When the Corporation for Public Broadcasting was founded 50 years ago, it was supposed to reflect the nation's disparate voices.
Why environmental groups need more volunteers of color
How could green groups attract more diverse volunteers? Maybe they could put more time and energy into outreach toward the people most affected by environmental injustices.
Work contracts are a complex web of social and cultural dynamics
Breach of a psychological contract in the workplace can irreparably damage relationships and produce a number of undesirable outcomes.
Diversity and inclusion are the heroes in Overwatch, a runaway commercial gaming success
The cast of Overwatch playable heroes are straight and gay, men and women, robots, doctors, and criminals – and represent six of the seven continents.
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