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CWB Research

Thought Leadership on Workplace Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The Gloria Cordes Larson Center for Women and Business (CWB) develops curated research reports that synthesize current literature, practical research, and solutions to key issues impacting workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion. Click on any of the reports to view an executive summary and download the full PDF.

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Workplace Negotiations, Gender, and Intersectionality

Winter 2020

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The Workplace Journey: Caregiving, Career Breaks, and Reentry

Fall 2019

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Intersectionality in the Workplace: Broadening the Lens of Inclusion

Winter 2019

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The Pipeline Predicament: Fixing the Talent Pipeline

 Fall 2018

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The Value of Workplace Flex: Options, Benefits, and Success Stories

Spring 2018

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Multigenerational Impacts on the Workplace

 Fall 2017

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Mentorship, Sponsorship, and Networks: The Power and Value of Professional Connections

Fall 2017

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Men as Allies: Engaging Men to Advance Women in the Workplace

Spring 2017

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Assessing Diversity Metrics and Women's Advancement

Winter 2017

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Taking Employee Resource Groups to the Next Level

Fall 2016

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