Geena Davis Institute’s Post

Lean In is a global organisation, so it's important to reflect this in your posts. For clarity, this should read: "Our research on the state of women at work in the US over the last five years shows a disturbing trend: Latinas face the steepest climb up the corporate ladder" Because, on first read, this is incorrect for people in every other country who would read this post, especially those in Central and South America. Yes, you reference, "Corporate America", but for clarity, it's important to set the context of the study.

As much as we Latinas know these stats intuitively, it’s heartbreaking to see the data that supports our gut feelings. We need to take actions to address this and I want to be part of solutions. DM or connect with me to ideate how we can contribute to positive steps forward.

The crafty, quiet implication is the notion that there should be an equality of outcome instead of equality of opportunity. Further, the concerning framing here pitches all Latinas against "white men". Folks, identity politics masked as "data" in a cartoon meme--please think critically about assumptions, framing, sources, intentions, context, and biases. Citing sources doesn't absolve our imperative to be curious enough to ask uncomfortable questions about the repackaging of "sources" or the sources themselves. And when you do engage in objectivity, a hateful or emotional label could mean you're onto some facts. If you don't self-relegate into silence, you may get an opportunity to find someone special who wants to solve problems, not dice up the population into identity tribes. Bad things happen historically the smaller "tribes" get. Resist the urge!

Such an insightful and important report. Brilliant recommendations too.

Caroline Nguyen Thanks for sharing this report. Last month we launched together with some Latin professionals and allies ALPFA Montréal. One of our objectives, it is precisely to provide support and development programs to Latins and women who identified belonging to underrepresented groups during their professional career. We are conscious and aware of the barriers racialized women face and the glass ceiling we face.

Very interesting point. Leaders in organizations often don't provide the opportunity for individuals to shine. It's not that these individuals lack skills, but rather that leaders fail to recognize that things can be done differently. Embracing diverse approaches can unlock hidden potential and drive innovation.

I would appreciate a breakdown of the cohorts - the chart says “all men,” but the article references “white men.” Would like to see the stats on male and female for white, Latinx, black, Asian, Pacific Islander, Indian, brown, etc. I assume that men of all races out perform women in their progress from entry level to c-suite, but would like to see the data.

Thank you Lean In for your continued commitment to push boundaries and highlight powerful data and trends to advance and empower women. Your new #StateofLatinas report is right on the mark! Latinos/Latinas represent our largest minority group in the US. We also represent the fastest growth in advanced degree attainment among minority groups in the US. This is tremendous impact for all - Latinas, businesses and our communities! #Adelante!

As a salsa dancer that is also leading I have been told many times that women can't lead (in dance) it's shocking to me. And maybe even worse I have been assigned a male gender once I started leading. Let's not accept other people deciding for us which roles we can and cannot play.