Discussion Paper

Changes in Women's Representation in Economics: New Data from the AEA Papers and Proceedings


Abstract: The shortage of women and historically underrepresented racial and ethnic groups in the economics profession has received considerable public attention in the past several years. The American Economic Association (AEA), the professional organization for economists, has been taking steps to address criticism that the economics discipline is unwelcoming to women and underrepresented minorities.

https://doi.org/10.17016/2380-7172.2975

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Provider: Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (U.S.)

Part of Series: FEDS Notes

Publication Date: 2021-08-06

Number: 2021-08-06-2