How to be an active bystander
This guide was created to assist organizations in implementing bystander actions as part of their efforts to prevent sexist and sexually harassing behaviors. It defines bystander action and describes four important stages for establishing successful bystander programs.
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As a man who is relatively early in my career I have encountered many scnearios where I see a more senior man in a position of power actively excluding a younger woman from contributing, or worse. It has been a continuous test of my own character to determine when and how to intervene, and I haven't always been happy with my own actions. I'm sure if you're reading this you can relate!
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In a study focused on engaging men in gender-equity initiatives, 74% of male senior business managers cited fear as a barrier to men's support for gender equity.
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Men should reach out to women interested in leadership roles, encourage them to apply and offer to serve them as their ally.
Photoquote "Push-Pull Mentoring"
This method consists of pushing people ahead of you and pulling people behind you.
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Bill Tholl, the founding executive director of the Canadian Health Leadership network, affirms that It is necessary but not sufficient to mentor those that are behind you but also sponsor them. The distinction there is not just to point to doors, but to actually help doors open.
The missing voice of women in COVID-19 policy-making
The article highlights the underrepresentation of women in decision-making roles in Canada amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Women, especially working mothers, bear the brunt of caregiving responsibilities and are affected by job loss. Their voices are essential to advocate for investing in care infrastructure, which is crucial for economic recovery.
In health care, do the people in power reflect the people they serve?
Despite initiatives to promote diversity on Ontario healthcare boards, visible minorities account for just 22% of LHIN boards and 14% of hospital boards. Prioritizing professional backgrounds, time restraints, and fundraising duties are all obstacles. Camille Orridge emphasizes the need of taking a comprehensive strategy to ensuring that community perspectives are heard.
3 Things Men Must Stop Doing to Decrease Unconscious Gender Bias in the Healthcare Workplace
The Cupcake Conundrum (expect women and men to play different roles), the Bias Backcheck (don't ask woman colleague what you would not ask a male colleague), and a Doctor is a Doctor is a Doctor ( introduce women with their title) are three things men can stop doing to reduce unconscioud gender bias in the workplace.
Men as Allies
Men have an important role in ensuring that women are represented and supported in positions of leadership. The report identifies impediments such as impostor syndrome and networking difficulties, and proposes that males encourage diversity and challenge preconceptions about collective action.
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Women health leaders tend to lead from who they are and where they are rather than the position they happen to occupy.
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Gender Equity is related to patient care. Patient are denied better quality care with the current structural gender bias.
How Discrimination Against Female Doctors Hurts Patients
Discrimination against women in medicine, such as altered admission tests, harms both female doctors and patient safety. Studies reveal that female physicians provide better care with lower mortality rates. Eliminating barriers to women's advancement and promoting gender diversity in medicine is crucial for equitable healthcare and improving medical outcomes.
She Leads Healthcare
This course deliver evidence-based strategies, skills development, and education that help women succeed in leadership positions throughout their career.
How Men Can Become Better Allies to Women
Organizations are involving men in gender inclusion programs to boost workplace equity. Research shows that active male participation leads to progress in 96% of organizations. Challenges include potential backlash and skepticism. Male allies should listen, respect women's spaces, amplify efforts, embrace discomfort, and engage in supportive partnerships for successful gender equity initiatives.
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Despite the health care workers being dominantly women, the health care leaders are predomnantly men. This is due to cultural, social, and economic reasons.