We asked over 4 000 children what they wanted to be when they grow up – many of their dream jobs are in traditionally gendered fields
Category: gender equality
Why do gender gaps in education and work persist?
In almost all PISA-participating countries and economies, girls reported more often than boys, and to a greater extent, that they fear failure.
Why access to quality early childhood education and care is a key driver of women’s labour market participation
by Eric Charbonnier, Analyst, Directorate for Education and Skills We are in 1961. JF Kennedy is president and has … More
Drawing the future: What children want to be when they grow up
by Andreas Schleicher Director, Directorate for Education and Skills The next generation of children will need to create jobs, not … More
The fork in the road towards gender equality
by Simon NormandeauStatistician, Directorate for Education and Skills Gender biases can be persistent. Too persistent. A simple exercise to illustrate … More
Is the gender gap in higher education widening?
by Dirk Van DammeHead of the Innovation and Measuring Division, Directorate for Education and Skills Share of female bachelor’s … More