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When women aren't counted
Dec 17, 2019
Caroline Criado Perez discusses gender bias in data collection, highlighting the lack of female crash test dummies. Lotta Jakobsson from Volvo talks about the need for women's safety in cars. The BBC's Stephanie Hegarty explores making Barcelona more women-friendly.
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- Data bias towards men impacts women's safety in workplace equipment.
- Research bias overlooks women's needs, prompting inclusivity in crash test dummies.
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Feminist Campaigner Exposes Gender Bias in Data Collection
Caroline Criado-Perez's book 'Invisible Women' sheds light on designers and developers perpetuating a bias towards men in data collection, impacting women's safety in workplaces due to ill-fitting personal protective equipment. Occupational health data, primarily collected on men, puts women at risk, with examples like ineffective gloves and stab vests. The push for inclusivity in crash test dummies and safety measures becomes paramount.
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