WXF Dec 2023 Newsletter
WXF Updates
WXF @ Impact + Profit Conference
Our team attended the Impact + Profit Conference hosted by the Social Impact Entertainment Society at the Skirball Cultural Center. We attended dozens of panels featuring impact experts and filmmakers from all over the world. It was a great experience for us and we learned a lot about global impact strategies.
Valerie Red-Horse Mohl @ NCAI
Valerie Red-Horse Mohl, the director of our Stolen Sisters feature documentary, sat in on a conference on the NCAI Task Force on Violence Against Women, which advocates for public safety programs in Indian country. The National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) is one of the oldest representative American Indian and Alaska Native organization.
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Women Faculty Feel ‘pushed’ From Academia By Poor Workplace Climate
By: Christie Wilcox
A new study reveals a significant gender gap in faculty retention, with female professors being 19% more likely to leave academia compared to their male counterparts. Workplace experiences, including feeling undervalued and disrespected, play a huge role in pushing faculty to leave academia. The findings highlight the need for more inclusive and supportive academic environments.
DID YOU KNOW
Research shows an underrepresentation of women in different areas of higher education, with biases and stereotypes stalling their involvement in science-related fields and academic careers. These gaps show how there is a need for further investigation into studies on gender bias and inequalities in access to academic roles and management positions within universities.
Hospitals Are Increasingly Crowded With Kids Who Tried To Harm Themselves, Study Finds
By: Ellen Berry
A new study reveals a significant gender gap in faculty retention, with female professors being 19% more likely to leave academia compared to their male counterparts. The study shows that increasing numbers of women in early-career stages does not guarantee future equity. Workplace experiences, including feeling undervalued and disrespected, play a huge role in pushing faculty to leave academia.
DID YOU KNOW
Self-harm often emerges as a coping mechanism to deal with the pressure of distressing thoughts and emotions. Early support is crucial for children and young individuals engaging in self-harm. Introducing alternative coping strategies can be key to breaking the cycle and fostering healthier long-term emotional management.
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