Empowering women in academia is essential for fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within educational institutions. The Improving Methods, Practices, and Approaches for Change and Transformation (IMPACT) initiative aims to address systemic barriers that hinder women's advancement in academic careers by advocating for structural changes, developing support networks, and promoting leadership opportunities. By rethinking traditional academic practices and embracing innovative approaches, IMPACT seeks to create an equitable environment where women can thrive as researchers, educators, and leaders. Further research of the initiative may inspire a more inclusive and transformative future for academia that benefits all students, faculty, and institutions.
Empowering Women in Academia: Improving Methods, Practices, and Approaches for Change and Transformation (IMPACT) explores the recruitment, retention, and success of women administrators, faculty, and staff in academic environments. It examines the lived experiences of women faculty and leaders, including unique intersectional experiences, and experiences of women from underrepresented groups. This book covers topics such as gender studies, imposter syndrome, and sociology, and is a useful resource for educators, administrators, academicians, sociologists, and researchers.