June 26 marks LGBTQ+ Equality Day, a day to recognize the ongoing fight for equal rights, dignity, and inclusion for LGBTQ+ communities. It’s a reminder that progress has always come through visibility, advocacy, and collective action, and that there is still work ahead to ensure full ...(1/2)

📣 We welcome outside submissions to further diversify the tool’s resources. If you have a resource that is authored by or targets perspectives that have not been historically or widely embraced in the literature and teaching of public administration and public policy, ...(1/3)

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Our Research Innovation through research is at the heart of everything we do. IGEPS uses rigorous analysis to tackle pervasive and complex problems that impede gender equity in the public sector. W…

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Juneteenth is a day of reflection, remembrance, and celebration, honoring the end of slavery in the United States and recognizing the ongoing pursuit of freedom, justice, and equity for Black communities. It is a time to uplift Black history, culture, and resilience, while … (1/2)

LGBTQIA+ Equal Pay Awareness Day highlights the ongoing wage disparities faced by LGBTQIA+ workers and the urgent need for fair, transparent, and equitable compensation for all. Despite progress, many LGBTQIA+ employees, especially transgender and nonbinary individuals and LGBTQIA+ people of...(1/3)

The IGEPS 2025/26 Annual Report is here! This report highlights a year of research, partnerships, events, and engagement dedicated to advancing gender equity in the public sector. Explore the milestones, accomplishments, and collaborations that shaped our ...(1/2)

Melissa Brock, IGEPS Fellow, and Margaret Mikulski, IGEPS Affiliate Practitioner, examine how short-term jail detention uniquely impacts women, disrupting employment, housing, healthcare, and family stability. Their work highlights the need for jail-centered reforms that address the realities….(1/3)

IGEPS at SELC 2026 🎓 The IGEPS team was proud to attend and present at the 2026 Social Equity Leadership Conference co-hosted by JohnJayCollege and Rutgers University. Throughout the conference, our team engaged with scholars, practitioners, and leaders committed to advancing equity …(1/4)

June marks LGBTQIA+ Pride Month—a time to honor the history, resilience, and contributions of LGBTQIA+ communities while continuing the work toward equity, dignity, and inclusion for all. Pride is both celebration and a call to action: to uplift voices, protect rights, and build spaces where…(1/3)

To the Class of 2026, congratulations! 🎓 Every challenge, late night, and accomplishment led to this moment. You’ve worked hard, grown so much, and earned every bit of this success. As you step into your next chapter, continue to lead with passion, confidence, and purpose. The… (1/2)

Today’s the day! 🎤 Our IGEPS Fellow Panel kicks off today—spotlighting innovative voices and critical conversations on gender equity. See you there! #IGEPS #PanelDay #GenderEquity #LiveEvent #LeadershipInAction

1 day away! 🔥 We’re almost ready to welcome our IGEPS Fellows to the stage for a dynamic panel discussion you won’t want to miss! Be there as the next generation of leaders share insights, challenges, and bold ideas! #FutureLeaders #GenderEquity #PolicyMatters #LeadershipDevelopment #Tomorrow

On May 21, we recognize World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development, a reminder that our differences in culture, language, and lived experience are not barriers, but bridges. Cultural diversity strengthens understanding, fosters dialogue, and builds more inclusive...(1/3)

✏️ Working on new research in public administration or public policy? 📝 The IGEPS–AWPA Reference Tool is designed to help scholars identify diverse, equity-focused sources for literature reviews, theory building, and course research. Developed in partnership with Academic Women in ...(1/3)

In observance of Menstrual Health, menopause is a natural stage of life experienced by millions each year—and yet it’s often overlooked in workplace conversations. With three out of four people experiencing symptoms like hot flashes or fatigue, support and awareness matter. (1/3)

In honor of Period Poverty Awareness Week , the NYC Student Period Guide is helping break barriers by giving students across every borough access to essential information about puberty and menstruation and reminding them that free period products are available in school restrooms. (1/3)

May 11–17 is Period Poverty Awareness Week 🩷 Period poverty is a reality for millions of individuals who lack access to menstrual products, education, and safe facilities. This week, we raise awareness, break the stigma, and advocate for menstrual equity for all. Access to period products… (1/3)

Disasters do not affect everyone equally, with gender often playing a critical role in shaping vulnerability during crises. IGEPS Fellow Zion Dacosta examines how disaster management technologies, particularly mobile applications, can unintentionally reinforce inequalities when they are....(1/4)

Meet our new IGEPS Graduate Fellow Natasha Alvarez! We’re thrilled to welcome her as a member of the new cohort of passionate scholars committed to advancing gender equity and inclusive governance. Our fellows bring diverse perspectives and research interests, from public policy and...(1/2)

Gender equity and DEI policies in the workplace shape employee well-being, organizational culture, and institutional accountability. IGEPS Founding Co-Directors Maria D'Agostino and Nicole Elias, and Meghan Scarlott, IGEPS Fellow, examine how gender is addressed in the workplace over the...(1/4)

March 26 is Equal Pay Day! This year marks 63 years since the federal Equal Pay Act was signed into law by President John F. Kennedy in 1963. Yet, the promise of economic equality for women remains unmet. The wage gap persists, and in these dark times, federal actions threaten the rights of..(1/4)

Thank you to everyone who joined us at John Jay College for Gender Equity Initiatives in New York City: Your Perspective Matters! In honor of the 10th anniversary of the @nycgenderequity.bsky.social , the conversation brought together IGEPS faculty, representatives ... (1/4)

🎉 Today’s the day! 🎉 Join us tonight, 6:30–8 PM at John Jay College for Gender Equity Initiatives in NYC: Your Perspective Matters! Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the @nycgenderequity.bsky.social and engage with IGEPS as we discuss progress, challenges, and the work ahead. (1/3)

⏳ The countdown continues—just 2 days left ‼️ Are you ready to share your voice on gender equity in NYC? Join us March 18, 6:30–8 PM at John Jay College for an engaging discussion with IGEPS and the NYC Commission on Gender Equity. (1/3)

📣 One week until we gather! Mark your calendars for March 18, 6:30–8 PM at @John Jay College! Join the Initiative for Gender Equity in the Public Sector and the @NYC Commission on Gender Equity to reflect on 10 years of progress and chart the future of gender equity in NYC. (1/3)

March is Women’s History Month. We recognize the contributions, leadership, and resilience of women in public service, academia, and advocacy whose work has shaped public institutions and advanced equity-centered policy. From historic trailblazers to today’s leaders, women continue...(1/3)

The U.S. has the highest incarceration rate in the world and mothers and children are disproportionately affected. Rising maternal incarceration increases foster care involvement, risks termination of parental rights, and fuels intergenerational justice system contact. (1/4)

How does going virtual change who shows up and who speaks up in public meetings? Professors Dominika Bukalova, Joshua Chanin, and Elizabeth Maland examine how the shift to virtual city council meetings impacts public participation and equity. Analyzing five years of data, they find that...(1/4)

✨ Your Voice Matters in Shaping Gender Equity in NYC ✨ Join us for Gender Equity Initiatives in New York City: Your Perspective Matters as we mark the 10th anniversary of the NYC Commission on Gender Equity. Hear from the Initiative for Gender Equity in the Public Sector (IGEPS) at...(1/4)

The U.S. has the highest incarceration rate in the world, with nearly two million people behind bars, and mothers are disproportionately affected, leading to disrupted families, foster care placements, and trauma for children. Melissa Brock, IGEPS Fellow, and Meg Mikuski, Affiliate...(1/4)

📣 New Article Alert ‼️ 📄✨ Read “Gender Equity in U.S. Public Sector Workplaces: A Descriptive Analysis Across Historical Eras” by Meghan Scarlott, IGEPS Fellow, and IGEPS Co-Founders Maria D’Agostino and Nicole Elias. 🔍📊 This article highlights eight key themes shaping progress over time...(1/4)