Invisible Women
'Invisible Women' by Caroline Criado Perez uncovers the shocking gender data gap that permeates our world, revealing how decisions are often made without considering women's experiences and needs. Through compelling case studies and extensive research, Perez illustrates the real-world consequences of this oversight, from healthcare to urban planning. With striking statistics and personal stories, she highlights the urgent necessity for gender-inclusive data. This eye-opening book challenges readers to reconsider their understanding of gender equality and the hidden biases that shape society. Prepare to be informed, inspired, and motivated to advocate for change in a world where women are still too often rendered invisible.
By Caroline Criado Perez
Published: 2019
""The default male is not just incomplete; it’s actively harmful to half the population. It’s time to stop designing a world that ignores women and start building one that includes us all.""
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"Data is fundamental to the modern world. From economic development, to healthcare, to education and public policy, we rely on numbers to allocate resources and make crucial decisions. But because so much data fails to take into account gender, because it treats men as the default and women as atypical, bias and discrimination are baked into our systems. And women pay tremendous costs for this bias, in time, money, and often with their lives. Celebrated feminist advocate Caroline Criado Perez investigates the shocking root cause of gender inequality and research in Invisible Women, diving into women's lives at home, the workplace, the public square, the doctor's office, and more. Built on hundreds of studies in the US, the UK, and around the world, and written with energy, wit, and sparkling intelligence, this is a groundbreaking, unforgettable exposâe that will change the way you look at the world."--provided by publisher.
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Caroline Criado Perez
Caroline Criado Perez is a British author and feminist activist known for her commitment to gender equality and social justice. She gained widespread recognition for her influential works, including 'Invisible Women: Data Bias in a World Designed for Men,' which explores the gender data gap and its implications on women's lives. Her writing is marked by meticulous research and a compelling narrative style, making complex issues accessible to a broad audience. In addition to her writing, Criado Perez has been active in advocating for women's rights, famously campaigning for the inclusion of women on British banknotes. Her work not only highlights systemic biases but also inspires readers to challenge the status quo.
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- Authors
- Caroline Criado Perez
- Published
- March 2019
- Publisher
- Harry N. Abrams
- ISBN
- 1419729071
- Language
- English
- Pages
- N/A
- Genres
- Social Justice MovementsPolitical PhilosophyWomenWomen HealthPolitics and Current Affairs
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