Gender Equality During the Economic Recovery

The video discusses the impact of the pandemic on gender inequality, particularly how it has affected women's participation in the workforce. Katica Roy from Pipeline Equity highlights the disproportionate job losses among women and the economic implications. She emphasizes the importance of gender equity for economic recovery and suggests data-driven solutions to improve gender equality in the workplace. The video also addresses the challenges of remote work and increased unpaid labor for women during the pandemic.

How has the COVID-19 pandemic uniquely affected women's employment compared to previous recessions?

• Women have gained more jobs than men.

• Women have been less affected than men.

• There has been no change in the impact on women.

• Women have been more affected than men.

What is the potential economic impact if women's labor force participation does not increase?

• The economy will remain stable.

• The economy will lose $1 trillion by 2030.

• The economy will gain $2 trillion by 2030.

• The economy will gain $1 trillion by 2030.

What role does data play in promoting gender equity in the workplace?

• Data is used to reduce the number of employees.

• Data is irrelevant to gender equity.

• Data only helps in financial planning.

• Data helps ensure equity in performance, potential, and pay decisions.

How has unpaid labor changed for women during the pandemic?

• Unpaid labor has decreased by 50%.

• Unpaid labor has decreased by 153%.

• Unpaid labor has increased by 153%.

• Unpaid labor has remained the same.

What is a negative impact of remote work on women during the pandemic?

• More opportunities for career advancement.

• Less visibility and fewer promotion opportunities.

• Increased visibility at work.

• Higher chances of promotion.