Recommendations

The recommendations are divided into four categories: programs that could encourage women in technical fields, ways for women to build their self-image as scientists, ways for women to deal with biased behavior, and suggestions for men and women who wish to encourage women in the sciences.

• Programs and Policies to Encourage Women
• Ways for Women to Build Self Image
  • Attending Classes with Other Women
  • Female Role Models
  • Women's Groups
• Ways for Women to React to Biased Behavior
  • Reacting to Subtle Discrimination
  • Reacting to Overtly Sexist Comments
    • Role Reversal
    • Humor
• Ways for Individuals to Encourage Women
  • Fighting Subconscious Bias
  • Avoiding Unintentionally Offensive or Discriminatory Behavior
  • Encouragement
• Discussion