Understanding the Gender Gap
Sixty years ago, nearly half of American women had no formal education. There were only 20 US Congresswomen. And until 1988, women who wanted to apply for small business loans needed a male relative to cosign for them.
Fortunately, much has changed. And yet:
8% of CEOs at Fortune 500 companies are women.
22% of elected officials in the United States are women.
Women’s startups receive just 7% of venture funds annually.
For every 100 men promoted to managerial positions in the US, 86 women join them.
Women continue to make approximately 82 cents for every dollar earned by men.
According to the United Nations, the global gender gap will not close for another 100 years at the current rate of change.
We’ve made a lot of progress in securing women’s access to educational and employment opportunities. But more work must be done to ensure that women’s achievements reflect that opportunity.
We believe it is our shared responsibility to close the gender gap. That’s why we’re proud to work with many organizations committed to ensuring that all people enjoy the same opportunities regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background. By telling these organizations’ stories and expanding their reach, we aim to amplify their impact, creating a more just and equitable future for everyone.
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