Bridging the Gender Gap: The Importance of Men Advocating for Gender Equity
HIT Like a Girl Pod: Empowering Women in Health ITShow Notes
Join Joy Rios as she welcomes Brad Johnson and David Smith, authors of "Athena Rising: How and Why Men Should Mentor Women" and "Good Guys: How Men Can Be Better Allies for Women in the Workplace." Recorded at last year's Women in Medicine summit, this episode delves into the importance of male engagement in promoting gender diversity and inclusion. Discover practical strategies for men to show up as allies, the benefits of diverse workplaces, and the personal and professional gains men can achieve by advocating for gender equity.
Episode Highlights
[00:02:37] Importance of Men Engaging in Gender Equity Work [00:09:44] Potential Penalties for Advocating for Gender Equity [00:12:30] Importance of Listening and Learning in Gender Equity Efforts [00:13:45] Addressing Fear in Men Mentoring Women [00:16:49] Eye-Opening Experiences of Gender Disparities in the Workplace
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