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Data Feminism Network Podcast

DFN Book Club - Invisible Women

Mar 1, 2023
Caroline Criado Perez, author of Invisible Women, discusses gender data gaps in algorithms affecting snow plough routes, car safety standards, and access to finance for female-owned tech startups. The podcast explores the impact of 'Invisible Women' on recognizing and addressing gender disparities in various sectors, from healthcare to climate change policy.
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Quick takeaways

  • Design disparities based on male crash test dummies increase risks for women in car safety standards.
  • Creating equitable solutions for women's restroom facilities is crucial to address varying needs and ensure fair access.

Deep dives

Gender Data Gap and Design Disadvantages for Women

The podcast discusses how the world is predominantly designed for men, termed as reference man, leading to a gender data gap that disadvantages women in various aspects of their lives. Examples such as car safety standards being based on male crash test dummies result in increased risks for women in accidents. The discussion highlights the significance of understanding these design disparities and their impact on women's livelihood and well-being, urging for more inclusive and gender-aware designs.

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