Discover the gamechanging impact of women's leadership on business, government, sustainability and culture from real-time news and statistics (aka #thefaxx.)
Report says listening stands out as a key thing men and women do differently on sales call ad results in higher quotas.
The 2024 List featuring influential women who collectively wield $33 trillion in economic power affecting over one billion people.
Female leadership brings a unique focus on ethics and social impact.
In the U.S., women are projected to control $34 trillion—about 38% of investable assets—by 2030.
By women for women bank championing the "sheconomy" and advancing financial feminism.
Investing in K-12 education for working mother's is a strategic economic decision for business.
Data from 392 brands across 58 countries found that inclusive advertising practices significantly outperformed others, including on sales metrics
The first female President has emerged from the party that established 50/50 gender parity quotas for its ballot and party leadership. .
Author and Political Scientist Melissa Deckman shows Gen Z women moving away from 'out of touch' organized religion.
70% of respondents believe that nations led by women are better managed.
Generation Z women are outpacing their male peers in virtually every measure of political involvement from donating, and volunteering, to voting.
TWPI highlights the gender gap in political representation and underscores the significance of women’s participation in politics for promoting equality and stability.
Women bring unique perspectives and strengths to leadership.
"If it were mandatory for all high school students, 'there would be a lot more representation of women.'
The "Gender Multiplier Effect" in action.
'Threatened masculinity' predicts gaps in environmental attitudes between women and men.
Berkeley study shows women consistently express greater support for measures that address climate change's long-term impacts
"The best way to meet climate goals – and boost profits – is to put women in charge."
Action: Support women led world change
Public-private partnerships with philanthropy in the mix offer a promising solution model.
A study analyzing data from 118 countries over 13 years found that gender-related aid reduced inequality and raised community well-being.
Expanded coverage and affluent female fans cited in new industry report.
Subtle yet significant.
At 17, the activist created #StopFisha, a platform addressing image-based sexual abuse.
The 'unhappy single cat lady' and the 'happy single bachelor' may not reflectreality.
In the U.S., women are projected to control $34 trillion—about 38% of investable assets—by 2030.
FSP aims to broaden discussions around feminism and to build solidarity among those in feminist work across various contexts.
A group of feminist lesbians staged a “Lavender Menace” protest at a women’s conference more than a half-century ago that forever changed the feminist movement.
A SHRM study found that 70% of organizations listing pay ranges received more applications, two-thirds saw higher-quality applicants, and 82% of U.S. workers are more likely to apply if a pay range is listed. SHRM, n.d.
Korn Ferry's research using their Emotional and Social Competency Inventory revealed women outperform men in coaching & mentoring, influence, inspirational leadership, conflict management, organizational awareness, adaptability, teamwork and achievement orientation. Korn Ferry, 2016.
Korn Ferry's research using their Emotional and Social Competency Inventory revealed that women are 45% more likely than men to be seen as demonstrating empathy consistently. Korn Ferry, 2016.
Research by Deloitte suggests that companies that adopt and establish an inclusive culture within the workplace are six times more likely to adopt innovative ideas and, therefore, twice as likely to meet their financial targets.
Educating girls is more effective for reducing greenhouse gas emissions than solar panels or electric vehicles. Project Drawdown.
Data from 55,000 professionals across 90 countries and all levels of management, collected between 2011-2015 suggests that women more effectively employ the emotional and social competencies correlated with effective leadership and management than men.
A study showed groups with more women showcased better conversational turn-taking and increased sharing of ideas. Alliance Manchester Business School, 2024.
Women lead 60% of global environmental organizations. European Investment Bank, 2024.
The most female-dominated platform amongst influencers is Instagram, where 78% of influencers who are monetizing their accounts are females. Fohr, 2024.
Women athletes secured 48% of medals at the 2024 Summer Olympics across all disciplines. Forbes, 2024.
One study based in Germany found that teams that included women performed better on highly complex tasks compared to all-male teams; the range of different thinking patterns increased team creativity overall. Management Science, 2013.
Female leaders were significantly more likely than male leaders to have fast-growing economies. In particular, the countries in the highest quartile of racial/ethnic diversity benefited the most. Harvard Business Review, 2019.
Funding feminist movements can build a defense against backsliding in gender equality. The Guardian, 2024.
Improving support for female farmers could add $1 trillion to global GDP.The Guardian, 2024.
Failing to educate young women adequately costs the global economy $10 trillion annually. The Guardian, 2024.
Low- and middle-income countries could lose $500 billion over five years due to the gender gap in internet use.
Only 14 Countries fully protect women’s economic rights. But if everyone did, global GDP would rise by 20%. World Economic Forum, 2023.
"The concept of female empowerment has been recognized by the UN as a necessary step toward sustainability." Missie Thurston, VP of Global Marketing, Population Media Center, 2023
Diverse leadership teams that include women are more likely to consider a wider range of perspectives, resulting in decisions that reflect the needs of the broader population. Center for Creative Leadership, 2020.
Women politicians are more likely to allocate resources to education and health sectors, leading to broader social benefits. OECD, 2024.
