Episode 86: Challenging the Gender of Creativity: Women in Design

In this episode of Feminist Minutes, host Duru engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Elif about the gender disparities in the creative industries, particularly in design. Although women make up over 60% of university arts and design students, they represent only 22% of the design workforce, according to a 2018 Design Museum study. The discussion explores potential causes for this gap, such as the ‘motherhood penalty,’ workplace culture, and the scarcity of female role models. Highlighting organizations like Pregnant Then Screwed and Gendering Change, they discuss ways to overcome these obstacles, focusing on promoting inclusion, flexible work policies, and mentorship. Let’s discuss it in a matter of minutes and uncover why women in design face these barriers and how to challenge the gender of creativity!