Women of Color/Visible Minorities

is the second report in the series of studies Catalyst is undertaking to examine barriers to women's advancement in the workplace.

: Prior research by Catalyst reveals that a key barrier cited by women is lack of access to networks of influential colleagues. Influential colleagues are those who...

Chubb’s diversity initiative, , is a comprehensive effort that focuses on building an inclusive culture in which employees are empowered to take charge of their careers while reaching out and coaching those around them. This is facilitated by 1) a rigorous talent-management system, including high...

Sidley Austin Brown & Wood LLP has created an ongoing and comprehensive effort to recruit, develop, advance, and retain women and people of color. This initiative, , is embedded in a strong, inclusive culture in which all employees understand that the firm will flourish through a diversity of...

Barriers facing African-American women in business include negative, race-based stereotypes; more frequent questioning of their credibility and authority; and a lack of institutional support. Experiencing a “double outsider” status—unlike white women or African-American men, who share gender or...