What Works

# What Works: Gender Equality by Design

## Introduction
- The Importance of Gender Equality
  - Why gender equality matters in society and organizations
  - The role of behavioral design in achieving equality
  - Overview of the book's approach

## Part I: Understanding the Problem
- The Gender Gap in the Workplace
  - Wage disparities between men and women
  - Underrepresentation of women in leadership roles
  - Occupational segregation by gender
- Implicit Bias and Discrimination
  - How unconscious biases affect decision-making
  - Examples of bias in hiring, promotions, and evaluations
  - The cumulative effect of small biases over time
- Structural Barriers to Equality
  - Lack of flexible work arrangements
  - The motherhood penalty and fatherhood bonus
  - Cultural norms and societal expectations

## Part II: Evidence-Based Solutions
- Behavioral Design Interventions
  - Using nudges to reduce bias in hiring processes
  - Structured interviews and objective evaluation criteria
  - Blind recruitment practices to promote fairness
- Promoting Diversity in Leadership
  - Setting diversity goals and tracking progress
  - Mentorship and sponsorship programs for women
  - Creating inclusive leadership pipelines
- Encouraging Work-Life Balance
  - Implementing family-friendly policies (e.g., parental leave)
  - Flexible work schedules and remote work options
  - Normalizing part-time work for both genders
- Addressing Pay Inequality
  - Conducting regular pay audits
  - Transparent salary structures and negotiation practices
  - Eliminating the gender pay gap through policy changes

## Part III: Case Studies and Success Stories
- Successful Gender Equality Initiatives
  - Examples from corporations that have closed the gender gap
  - Lessons learned from government policies promoting equality
  - Grassroots movements driving change at the community level
- Challenges and Setbacks
  - Resistance to change within organizations
  - Backlash against affirmative action and quotas
  - Overcoming skepticism about behavioral interventions

## Conclusion
- A Call to Action
  - Why everyone has a role to play in achieving gender equality
  - The long-term benefits of designing for equality
  - Steps individuals and organizations can take today
- Future Directions
  - Emerging research on gender and intersectionality
  - The potential of technology to support equality efforts
  - Building a more equitable world for future generations