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Work Like a Girl: Redressing Gender Inequity in Academia through Systemic Solutions

Authors :
Allen, Kelly-Ann
Butler-Henderson, Kerryn
Reupert, Andrea
Longmuir, Fiona
Finefter-Rosenbluh, Ilana
Berger, Emily
Grove, Christine
Heffernan, Amanda
Freeman, Nerelie
Kewalramani, Sarika
Krebs, Shiri
Dsouza, Levita
Mackie, Grace
Chapman, Denise
Fleer, Marilyn
Source :
Journal of University Teaching and Learning Practice. 2021 18(3).
Publication Year :
2021

Abstract

Historically, the professional structure of higher education has provided restricted employment, career, and leadership opportunities for women. This is exacerbated where there is an intersection between gender and race, culture, religion, or age. Women continue to be underrepresented in senior leadership positions across a range of disciplines, and this lack of representation of women within the professional structure of higher education itself acts as a barrier for more women reaching senior levels within institutions. More women are needed in higher positions to increase representation and visibility, and to encourage and mentor others to then aspire to follow a similar path. This critical review examines gender equity across the major career benchmarks of the academy in light of the impact of the personal contexts of women, systemic processes, and cultural barriers that hinder career progression. Research-based systemic solutions that work towards improved gender equity for women are discussed. The findings from this critical review highlight the need for global systemic change in higher education to create ethical equities in the employment, career, and leadership opportunities for women.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1449-9789
Volume :
18
Issue :
3
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Journal of University Teaching and Learning Practice
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ1304423
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Evaluative