Women in the Labor Force
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In which fields are men most concentrated?
In which occupations are women most concentrated?
How does the earnings gap between men and women vary across different industries? How can we fix the pay gap?
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Discuss how race and ethnicity influence women's employment status and opportunities.
Why do you think it is important to study the labor force participation of women?
What are some solutions to dispel the "pink collar" phenomenon? For example, how do we funnel more women and minorities into STEM fields or leadership?
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Refrences
- Kochhar, R. (2023, March 1). The Enduring Grip of the Gender Pay Gap. Pew Research Center; Pew Research Center. https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2023/03/01/the-enduring-grip-of-the-gender-pay-gap/
- Maddox, T. (2013). Professional Women’s Well-Being: The Role of Discrimination and Occupational Characteristics. Women & Health, 53(7), 706–729. https://doi.org/10.1080/03630242.2013.822455
- The STEM Labor Force: Scientists, Engineers, and Skilled Technical Workers | NSF - National Science Foundation. (2024, May 30). Ncses.nsf.gov. https://ncses.nsf.gov/pubs/nsb20245/representation-of-demographic-groups-in-stem
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2024, June 25). Women in the labor force. Bureau of Labor Statistics. https://www.bls.gov/cps/demographics/women-labor-force.htm
- U.S. Department of Labor. (2021). Most common occupations for women in the labor force | U.S. Department of Labor. Www.dol.gov. https://www.dol.gov/agencies/wb/data/occupations/most-common-occupations-women-labor-force
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Mexico 1907
France 1883
USA 1936
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Austria 1914
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Who is she?
Who is she?
Who is she?
Who is she?
Malala Yousafzai
Poland 1867
Mexico 1907
Pakistan 1997
France 1883
Coco Chanel
Marie Curie
Frida Kahlo
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Ada Lovelace
(1815-1852)
She was a British mathematician and writer, considered the first programmer in history. She collaborated with Charles Babbage on the Analytical Engine and developed the first algorithm designed to be processed by a machine. Her vision that computers could go beyond mathematical calculations anticipated modern computing. Her legacy continues to inspire technology and programming.
Frida Kahlo
(1907-1954)
She was an iconic Mexican painter, known for her self-portraits and her unique style that combined surrealism, realism, and symbolism. Her art reflected her physical and emotional pain, as well as themes of identity, feminism, and Mexican culture. Despite suffering a serious accident in her youth, she turned her suffering into inspiration for her works. Her legacy lives on as a symbol of resilience and empowerment.
Sister Juana Inés de la Cruz
(1648-1695)
She was a writer, poet, and philosopher from Mexico during the Golden Age. She entered the convent to dedicate herself to study and writing, becoming one of the most prominent intellectuals of her time. She defended women's right to education, and her legacy makes her an icon of feminism and Hispanic literature.
Malala Yousafzai
(1997)
She is a Pakistani activist advocating for the right to education for girls. In 2012, she survived a Taliban assassination attempt for speaking out against the ban on female education in her country. Her struggle made her a global symbol of resistance and human rights. In 2014, at just 17 years old, she became the youngest person to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. Today she continues to work to ensure education for girls around the world.
Coco Chanel
(1883-1971)
She was a French fashion designer who revolutionized the industry with her elegant and functional style. She broke away from corsets and created more comfortable and modern clothing for women, such as the tweed suit, the little black dress, and the perfume Chanel No. 5. Her vision redefined women's fashion, prioritizing freedom of movement and sophistication. Her legacy lives on in the iconic brand Chanel.
Serena Williams
(1981)
American tennis player considered one of the greatest in history. She has won 23 Grand Slam titles in singles, more than any other player in the open era. Her dominance in tennis, mental strength, and impact on diversity and equity in the sport have made her an icon of female empowerment and African American culture.
Margaret Hamilton
(1936)
She is an American computer scientist and mathematician, a pioneer in software development. She led the team that created the Apollo 11 navigation system, enabling humans to reach the Moon in 1969. Her work laid the foundations for software engineering and her focus on code safety and reliability remains fundamental in today's computing.
It is important to study the labor force participation of women because it helps bring to light any faults that are within the workforce. For example, inequalities, unequal pay, opportunities, etc. By having more women working in the workforce it can helpe provide more economic stability within families and the government.
Hedy Lamarr
(1914-2000)
She was a Hollywood actress and also a brilliant inventor. During World War II, she developed, along with an engineer, a communication system that prevented interference in radio signals. This invention laid the groundwork for modern technologies such as WiFi, Bluetooth, and GPS.
Men often lean on more STEM related careers. Some examples woulde be engineers, doctors, contruction, and military.In an asrticle by the National science foundation it states that, "n 2021, while 24% of U.S. workers held a STEM occupation, 18% of female workers held a STEM occupation—three-fifths the rate of male workers (30%)" This shows that even though STEM careers are mostly dominated by men more women have began to get careers in the STEM department.
Marie Curie
(1867-1934)
She was a pioneering Polish-French scientist in the study of radioactivity. She was the first person to win two Nobel Prizes in different disciplines: Physics (1903, for her studies on radioactivity) and Chemistry (1911, for the discovery of radium and polonium). Her work revolutionized science and paved the way for applications in medicine and nuclear energy. She was also the first woman to teach at the University of the Sorbonne.
Frida Kahlo
(1907-1954)
She was an iconic Mexican painter, known for her self-portraits and her unique style that combined surrealism, realism, and symbolism. Her art reflected her physical and emotional pain, as well as themes of identity, feminism, and Mexican culture. Despite suffering a serious accident in her youth, she turned her suffering into inspiration for her works. Her legacy lives on as a symbol of resilience and empowerment.
Coco Chanel
(1883-1971)
She was a French fashion designer who revolutionized the industry with her elegant and functional style. She broke away from corsets and created more comfortable and modern clothing for women, such as the tweed suit, the little black dress, and the perfume Chanel No. 5. Her vision redefined women's fashion, prioritizing freedom of movement and sophistication. Her legacy lives on in the iconic brand Chanel.
Women often tend to lean on careers that are more emotionally driven. Some example include nursing, teaching, and social services.In an article by the U.S. Depratment of labor it states that around 2,350,293 women are registered nurses, and 1,811,840 are school teachers.
Some soultions to decrease the "pink collar" stereotypes are to create more funding for STEM progrms within schools from pre-k to 12th grade. We can also help create more finacial help for those in low income communites so that more women have oppurtunites to attend college. Overall, by breaking down stereotypes and cultural divisons I believe that more women will be inclined to join careers within STEM.
Women often earn around 82 cents for every dollar men earn. This wage gap can increase even more in male dominated careers but in order to help decrease pay wages different associations have been implemented like the "equal pay" organization.
Race and ethnicity often play a major role in employment status and oppurtunities. Statistics show that black and hispanic women often work in lower paying jobs compared to white and asain women who work in higher professional jobs. This is why breaking this barriers can also help decrease the wage gap and unemployment within different races and ethnicities.
Malala Yousafzai
(1997)
She is a Pakistani activist advocating for the right to education for girls. In 2012, she survived a Taliban attack for speaking out against the ban on female education in her country. Her struggle made her a global symbol of resistance and human rights. In 2014, at only 17 years old, she became the youngest person to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. Today, she continues to work to ensure education for girls around the world.
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Jane Goodall
(1934)
She is a primatologist, ethologist, and British conservationist recognized for her groundbreaking study on chimpanzees in Tanzania. Her research demonstrated that these primates use tools and have complex social structures, changing the perception of the relationship between humans and animals.
Marie Curie
(1867-1934)
She was a pioneering Polish-French scientist in the study of radioactivity. She was the first person to win two Nobel Prizes in different disciplines: Physics (1903, for her studies on radioactivity) and Chemistry (1911, for the discovery of radium and polonium). Her work revolutionized science and paved the way for applications in medicine and nuclear energy. She was also the first woman to teach at the University of the Sorbonne.
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Women in the Labor Force
02
01
03
In which fields are men most concentrated?
In which occupations are women most concentrated?
How does the earnings gap between men and women vary across different industries? How can we fix the pay gap?
+info
+info
+info
04
05
06
Discuss how race and ethnicity influence women's employment status and opportunities.
Why do you think it is important to study the labor force participation of women?
What are some solutions to dispel the "pink collar" phenomenon? For example, how do we funnel more women and minorities into STEM fields or leadership?
+info
+info
+info
Refrences
04
05
02
01
03
Who is she?
Who is she?
Who is she?
Who is she?
Who is she?
Margaret Hamilton
Malala Yousafzai
Pakistan 1997
Poland 1867
Mexico 1907
France 1883
USA 1936
Coco Chanel
Marie Curie
Frida Kahlo
Clue
Clue
Clue
Clue
Clue
+info
+info
+info
+info
+info
06
07
08
09
10
Who is she?
Who is she?
Who is she?
Who is she?
Who is she?
United Kingdom 1815
United Kingdom 1934
SerenaWilliams
Sor Juana Inésde la Cruz
Hedy Lamarr
Mexico 1648
Austria 1914
USA 1981
Ada Lovelace
Jane Goodall
Clue
Clue
Clue
Clue
Clue
+info
+info
+info
+info
+info
Inspiring Women
Legend
02
01
04
03
Who is she?
Who is she?
Who is she?
Who is she?
Malala Yousafzai
Poland 1867
Mexico 1907
Pakistan 1997
France 1883
Coco Chanel
Marie Curie
Frida Kahlo
Clue
Clue
Clue
Clue
+info
+info
+info
+info
Ada Lovelace
(1815-1852)
She was a British mathematician and writer, considered the first programmer in history. She collaborated with Charles Babbage on the Analytical Engine and developed the first algorithm designed to be processed by a machine. Her vision that computers could go beyond mathematical calculations anticipated modern computing. Her legacy continues to inspire technology and programming.
Frida Kahlo
(1907-1954)
She was an iconic Mexican painter, known for her self-portraits and her unique style that combined surrealism, realism, and symbolism. Her art reflected her physical and emotional pain, as well as themes of identity, feminism, and Mexican culture. Despite suffering a serious accident in her youth, she turned her suffering into inspiration for her works. Her legacy lives on as a symbol of resilience and empowerment.
Sister Juana Inés de la Cruz
(1648-1695)
She was a writer, poet, and philosopher from Mexico during the Golden Age. She entered the convent to dedicate herself to study and writing, becoming one of the most prominent intellectuals of her time. She defended women's right to education, and her legacy makes her an icon of feminism and Hispanic literature.
Malala Yousafzai
(1997)
She is a Pakistani activist advocating for the right to education for girls. In 2012, she survived a Taliban assassination attempt for speaking out against the ban on female education in her country. Her struggle made her a global symbol of resistance and human rights. In 2014, at just 17 years old, she became the youngest person to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. Today she continues to work to ensure education for girls around the world.
Coco Chanel
(1883-1971)
She was a French fashion designer who revolutionized the industry with her elegant and functional style. She broke away from corsets and created more comfortable and modern clothing for women, such as the tweed suit, the little black dress, and the perfume Chanel No. 5. Her vision redefined women's fashion, prioritizing freedom of movement and sophistication. Her legacy lives on in the iconic brand Chanel.
Serena Williams
(1981)
American tennis player considered one of the greatest in history. She has won 23 Grand Slam titles in singles, more than any other player in the open era. Her dominance in tennis, mental strength, and impact on diversity and equity in the sport have made her an icon of female empowerment and African American culture.
Margaret Hamilton
(1936)
She is an American computer scientist and mathematician, a pioneer in software development. She led the team that created the Apollo 11 navigation system, enabling humans to reach the Moon in 1969. Her work laid the foundations for software engineering and her focus on code safety and reliability remains fundamental in today's computing.
It is important to study the labor force participation of women because it helps bring to light any faults that are within the workforce. For example, inequalities, unequal pay, opportunities, etc. By having more women working in the workforce it can helpe provide more economic stability within families and the government.
Hedy Lamarr
(1914-2000)
She was a Hollywood actress and also a brilliant inventor. During World War II, she developed, along with an engineer, a communication system that prevented interference in radio signals. This invention laid the groundwork for modern technologies such as WiFi, Bluetooth, and GPS.
Men often lean on more STEM related careers. Some examples woulde be engineers, doctors, contruction, and military.In an asrticle by the National science foundation it states that, "n 2021, while 24% of U.S. workers held a STEM occupation, 18% of female workers held a STEM occupation—three-fifths the rate of male workers (30%)" This shows that even though STEM careers are mostly dominated by men more women have began to get careers in the STEM department.
Marie Curie
(1867-1934)
She was a pioneering Polish-French scientist in the study of radioactivity. She was the first person to win two Nobel Prizes in different disciplines: Physics (1903, for her studies on radioactivity) and Chemistry (1911, for the discovery of radium and polonium). Her work revolutionized science and paved the way for applications in medicine and nuclear energy. She was also the first woman to teach at the University of the Sorbonne.
Frida Kahlo
(1907-1954)
She was an iconic Mexican painter, known for her self-portraits and her unique style that combined surrealism, realism, and symbolism. Her art reflected her physical and emotional pain, as well as themes of identity, feminism, and Mexican culture. Despite suffering a serious accident in her youth, she turned her suffering into inspiration for her works. Her legacy lives on as a symbol of resilience and empowerment.
Coco Chanel
(1883-1971)
She was a French fashion designer who revolutionized the industry with her elegant and functional style. She broke away from corsets and created more comfortable and modern clothing for women, such as the tweed suit, the little black dress, and the perfume Chanel No. 5. Her vision redefined women's fashion, prioritizing freedom of movement and sophistication. Her legacy lives on in the iconic brand Chanel.
Women often tend to lean on careers that are more emotionally driven. Some example include nursing, teaching, and social services.In an article by the U.S. Depratment of labor it states that around 2,350,293 women are registered nurses, and 1,811,840 are school teachers.
Some soultions to decrease the "pink collar" stereotypes are to create more funding for STEM progrms within schools from pre-k to 12th grade. We can also help create more finacial help for those in low income communites so that more women have oppurtunites to attend college. Overall, by breaking down stereotypes and cultural divisons I believe that more women will be inclined to join careers within STEM.
Women often earn around 82 cents for every dollar men earn. This wage gap can increase even more in male dominated careers but in order to help decrease pay wages different associations have been implemented like the "equal pay" organization.
Race and ethnicity often play a major role in employment status and oppurtunities. Statistics show that black and hispanic women often work in lower paying jobs compared to white and asain women who work in higher professional jobs. This is why breaking this barriers can also help decrease the wage gap and unemployment within different races and ethnicities.
Malala Yousafzai
(1997)
She is a Pakistani activist advocating for the right to education for girls. In 2012, she survived a Taliban attack for speaking out against the ban on female education in her country. Her struggle made her a global symbol of resistance and human rights. In 2014, at only 17 years old, she became the youngest person to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. Today, she continues to work to ensure education for girls around the world.
close
Jane Goodall
(1934)
She is a primatologist, ethologist, and British conservationist recognized for her groundbreaking study on chimpanzees in Tanzania. Her research demonstrated that these primates use tools and have complex social structures, changing the perception of the relationship between humans and animals.
Marie Curie
(1867-1934)
She was a pioneering Polish-French scientist in the study of radioactivity. She was the first person to win two Nobel Prizes in different disciplines: Physics (1903, for her studies on radioactivity) and Chemistry (1911, for the discovery of radium and polonium). Her work revolutionized science and paved the way for applications in medicine and nuclear energy. She was also the first woman to teach at the University of the Sorbonne.