International Women's Day 2022: Essential reads

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Share this email Share this email on LinkedIn   Share this email on Twitter   Share this email on Facebook   New from McKinsey & Company International Women’s Day 2022: Essential reads Research shows that what’s good for greater gender equality is also good for the economy and society, but progress remains elusive. So how can we make a difference? Today, as we celebrate the International Women’s Day theme of #BreakTheBias, check out our special collection to discover what it will take to achieve a future that is more diverse, equitable, and inclusive, and dive into these essential reads to explore: women’s well-being and mental health the state of women in mining, technical roles, public and social sectors, and corporate America at large opportunities in women’s healthcare the experiences of women of color in the workplace Read more Repairing the broken rung on the career ladder for women in technical roles Women in technical roles are less likely than men to win promotions early in their careers, and many are exiting the field. Companies can strengthen workforces and boost performance by reversing this trend. End inequality   The state of burnout for women in the workplace Women are doing more to support employee well-being but face higher stress levels as a result. Here's how leaders can help. Listen up   Unlocking opportunities in women's healthcare Advances in women's healthcare are accelerating, with implications for investors and stakeholders across the value chain and beyond. Center patients' needs   The dawn of the FemTech revolution As opportunities in women's health accelerate, FemTech is helping to match capital and talent to unmet needs—with promising early results. Break new ground   Stepping up, but risking burnout: Women leaders in the public and social sectors in 2021 Women are increasingly represented in public and social sector organizations, but burning out. To support women leaders, agencies can recognize and reward leaders who invest in employee well-being, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Reengage   Women in the Workplace 2021 A year and a half into the COVID-19 pandemic, women in corporate America are even more burned out than they were last year. That's according to the latest Women in the Workplace report from McKinsey, in partnership with LeanIn.Org. Download the full report   Where are all the women innovators? Here's a start These are some of the women whose devotion to innovation is inspiring. Get inspired   Why women are leaving the mining industry and what mining companies can do about it Women are underrepresented at all levels within mining companies. Yet opportunities remain for the industry to boost female recruitment, retention, and advancement. Create a road map for diversity   COVID-19 and gender equality: Countering the regressive effects What is good for gender equality is good for the economy and society as well. The COVID-19 pandemic puts that truth into stark relief and raises critically important choices. Act now   Five Fifty: The pandemic's gender effect Women are disproportionately affected by the COVID-19 crisis. Here's how to help. Your latest Five Fifty   AUTHOR TALKS Forge your power Deepa Purushothaman pays homage to the women of color who cracked open corporate America and prepares the next generation to take their turn. Forge your power   Don't call it diverse Workplace inclusion efforts can undermine inclusivity by labeling people who are not white, cisgender, or male as "diverse." Ruchika Tulshyan urges businesses to recenter on the experiences of women of color. Center on women of color    Indra Nooyi on leadership, life, and crafting a better future The trailblazing former CEO of PepsiCo discusses the events that shaped her life and offers a blueprint for work–family conundrums. Hear her voice   Ella Bell Smith on why race and class are wedges between women Addressing gender alone won't help women rise to the top. Dig deeper   MORE FROM MCKINSEY Why women of color are leaving, and how to rethink your DE&I strategy The Great Attrition has the potential to substantially erode DE&I gains, particularly among women of color. Three actions hold the key to supporting these employees during the pandemic and beyond. Take action   Why inclusion matters—and how to foster it Five blog posts that can help leaders enhance inclusion to benefit their organization and its people. Make meaningful progress   Where are we on gender equality? "Two steps forward, one step back." Five years ago, we published ground-breaking research linking gender equality and economic growth. Three leaders of the research talk about what we've seen since—and what's next. Look closer   To see more essential reading on topics that matter, visit McKinsey Themes. — Curated by Joyce Yoo, a digital editor based in New York Follow our thinking McKinsey Insights - Get our latest thinking on your iPhone, iPad, or Android Share these insights Did you enjoy this newsletter? Forward it to colleagues and friends so they can subscribe too. Was this issue forwarded to you? Sign up for it and sample our 40+ other free email subscriptions here. This email contains information about McKinsey’s research, insights, services, or events. By opening our emails or clicking on links, you agree to our use of cookies and web tracking technology. For more information on how we use and protect your information, please review our privacy policy. You received this email because you subscribed to our Organization alert list. Manage subscriptions | Unsubscribe Copyright © 2022 | McKinsey & Company, 3 World Trade Center, 175 Greenwich Street, New York, NY 10007