Research

Catalyst research is the foundation of all our solutions for creating equitable workplaces. We examine today’s work environments and employees’ experiences in them. We track representation of women in corporate leadership and determine the root causes of gender gaps. We use fact-based, scientific methods—including longitudinal panels and large-scale field studies—to explore barriers and measure success. Whether you’re looking for numbers, ideas, or solutions, Catalyst has what you need. It’s why Catalyst is the most-trusted resource for knowledge on gender and inclusive leadership in the business.

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Recruitment and Retention

Today’s Mexican High Potentials at Work (Report)

This study helps firms understand how best to manage high-potential Mexican employees.

Recruitment and Retention

High-Potential Women in Europe (Infographic)

Women working in Europe trail their male counterparts in position, pay, and the management responsibilities critical to advancement.

Sponsorship and Mentoring

Goldman Sachs – Fostering Trusting Relationships and Investing in the Pipeline: A Multi-Pronged Approach to Developing Diverse Talent (Practices)

Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) is a career management program designed to enhance the progression and retention of strong-performing black and…

Flexible Work

Managing Flex 1: Creating an Organizational Culture Supportive of Flexible Work Arrangements (Tool)

This tool helps companies assess whether their organizational culture is supportive of all employees working flexibly.

Flexible Work

Managing Flex 3: Requesting a Flexible Work Arrangement as an Individual (Tool)

This tool is a step-by-step guide for individuals who want to begin to work flexibly.

Flexible Work

Managing Flex 2: Successfully Managing Employees Working Flexibly (Tool)

This tool provides managers with the resources they need to have conversations with their employees about their flexible work options.

Organizational Culture Change

Culture Matters: Unpacking Change and Achieving Inclusion (Report)

This study presents a Corporate Practice Change Model to navigate change and promote inclusion.

Employee Resource Groups

Enbridge Inc. – FEMINEN: FEMales IN ENgineering Employee Resource Group (Practices)

Learn how Enbridge's women's employee resource group helped its women employees.

Methodology: Inclusive Leadership – The View From Six Countries (Appendix)

Inclusive Leadership: The View From Six Countries delves into the striking similarities across most countries in how employees characterize inclusion and…

Recruitment and Retention

Corporate Landscape in Mexico: Understanding Approaches to Talent Management and Women’s Inclusion (Report)

To remain competitive in this global business landscape, talent management—in particular a focus on diversity and inclusion—is critical.

Employee Resource Groups

CVS Caremark Corporation – Supporting the Diversity Mission Through Colleague Resource Groups (Practices)

Learn how CVS makes diversity a process of their entire business.

LGBTQ+

Chevron Australia – PRIDE: LGBT Inclusion, Intersectionality, and Collaborative Partnerships (Practices)

PRIDE, Chevron's LGBT employee network, was developed as a grassroots employee effort. The group has evolved over its more than…

Board Diversity

2013 Catalyst Census: Financial Post 500 Women Board Directors (Report)

This biennial report provides critical statistics to gauge women's advancement into leadership and highlights the gender diversity gap.

Catalyst Award Winner

Lockheed Martin Corporation – Women Accelerating Tomorrow (Practices)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XflXIlHEQm8 Lockheed Martin's U.S.-based initiative Women Accelerating Tomorrow comprises a variety of programs, processes, and tools to support women's advancement…

Catalyst Award Winner

Kimberly-Clark Corporation – Unleash Your Power: Strengthening the Business With Women Leaders (Practices)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=agt-MOo2q1g Kimberly-Clark's Unleash Your Power: Strengthening the Business With Women Leaders is a global, enterprise-wide initiative to address Kimberly-Clark's need…

Infographic: It’s Not Easy Feeling Different

Learn how feeling different from our coworkers can have unique disadvantages in the workplace.

Recruitment and Retention

Assessing the Talent Management of High-Potential Women in India (Tool)

Use this tool to promote inclusive work environments as a means to help organizations attract, develop, and retain high-potential talent—especially women.

Recruitment and Retention

High Potentials Under High Pressure in India’s Technology Sector (Report)

This report shows the struggles of high-potential women in Indian business.

Board Diversity

National Australia Bank – Board Ready: Pathway to Potential (Practices)

Learn about this bank's board diversity initiative and the impact it has had on employees.

Board Diversity

2013 Catalyst Census: Fortune 500 Women Board Directors (Report)

Once again there's been little to no increase for women on boards in corporate America.