The Academic Insights Magazine (AIM)’s Post

In a recent opinion piece for the Montreal Gazette, Concordia University deans Anne-Marie Croteau, Annie Gérin, and Pascale Sicotte have shed light on an alarming trend: the decline of women in leadership positions within academia since the start of the pandemic. This revelation serves as a critical wake-up call for all of us, especially those in positions of influence and decision-making in the academic world. The deans’ observations highlight a fragile progress that cannot be taken for granted. As they rightly point out, the decline in women's representation in leadership is not due to a singular cause but stems from a complex web of factors. These include systemic biases, lack of mentorship, and the ever-persistent challenge of balancing professional and personal life. This piece is a crucial reminder that while strides have been made towards gender equality in leadership, these gains are not immune to erosion. It prompts a reflection on the inclusivity of our institutions and the measures we're taking (or failing to take) to support and nurture female leadership. The call for mentorship programs, policy changes to support work-life balance, and the recognition of diverse leadership styles is not just timely but necessary. These measures are not only about fairness but are strategic imperatives for the enrichment and advancement of our academic institutions. Diverse leadership brings diverse thought, fostering innovation and resilience. As a community of academics, professionals, and leaders, we must take this moment to reflect critically on our roles in either contributing to or dismantling these barriers. How are we actively supporting the women around us? Are our institutions genuinely inclusive, or are there policies that inadvertently penalize or deter women from leadership roles? What can we do differently, starting today, to ensure a more equitable future? This piece is a call to action for all of us to engage in meaningful change. Let’s work towards creating an environment where the next generation of women leaders is nurtured, supported, and thriving. The decline observed by Deans Croteau, Gérin, and Sicotte is not just their challenge; it's ours. As we share this reflection, let’s commit to being part of the solution, ensuring that the progress made towards gender equality in leadership continues to grow, not diminish.

Here is part 2 of useful advice from women in leadership regarding their journey to their current career. Watch Full Video Here: https://lnkd.in/eNHR_XrB BigFuture Broward Education Foundation Broward County Public Schools Florida College Access Network Bridge2Life South Florida #Women #Leadership Created by DCC Jayla Clement

FedU, our young leadership program at the Federation, is gaining traction and offering some exciting new developments! You can read about some of them in our Fed5 newsletter here. https://lnkd.in/g9gG_y-E

Motherhood: The ultimate training ground for conquering the business world. Discover how the skills gained through raising a family uniquely equip women to excel in leadership roles. Read more about this empowering journey.  https://lnkd.in/gVY_euw3 #Cyberbacker #motherhoodandbusines #EmpoweredLeadership

THIS...Thank you, Elissa Ellis Sangster for your voice. Elissa serves as the CEO of the Forté Foundation and her mention of enrollments is related to MBA Programs. “While women are almost at parity in enrollments, we’ve yet to see them hit parity in business leadership, the c-suite, and on corporate boards." #equalpayday, #forte #morewomenleading #westillhavesomeworktodo #womeninbusiness #womenleaders #womenleaders #womenleadingchange

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On National #EqualPayDay, our CEO, Elissa Ellis Sangster, reminds us that there is still more work to do, "We still need to push for gains at the top levels of business leadership.” Read more about innovative businesswomen dedicated to developing and supporting #MoreWomenLeading in this Forbes article: https://bit.ly/3wO06UG

There is a statistic which states that only 13% of CEOs in 2022 were women, despite research showing they outperform financially. We are delighted to be hosting our next Talent Talks event, where we will have a panel discussion to explore how to nurture women leaders. The panellists will talk about the challenges women often face and how male allies can support inclusion. 📅 Thursday 13th June | 9am | Spitalfields, London Register here for the last few spots available: https://lnkd.in/dpDyzvki #WomenInLeadership #Diversity #BusinessGrowth

If you are growing and evolving your career and seeking proven leadership experience and skills, I think it’s wise to find a board of directors and a seat at their table — it can be either non profit or for profit board of directors (the latter could be your paid side hustle). If you aspire to this, then check out and apply to UW Foster School of Business’ Women on Boards program! Only two days to get started on your aspirations. Highly recommend the program! Highly recommend instructor Cate Goethals, PCC #timesensitive #career #leadership #growthmindset #volunteering #sidehustle

Inspiring words from HBS MBA students! They share their thoughts on female leaders and case protagonists who have inspired them. It's great to see future leaders recognizing and celebrating the impact of women in leadership positions. Let's continue to support and empower female leaders in all industries. #hbs #leadership #leadershipinitiative #womenleaders