Less than a third of STEM research posts globally are filled by women, highlighting a sizeable gender gap in the industry. American start-up Code to Inspire is fusing charity with skills development to help bridge this divide, offering safe learning opportunities for women in Afghanistan.

Research from Ohio State University has found that despite showing interest in majors with high earning prospects, women often choose subjects that result in lower-paying jobs. It hints at the reasons for gender imbalances in STEM sectors and creates opportunities for brands to change the narrative.

How are employees behaving like consumers at work? Why is career advice missing the mark for young people? And can apprenticeships compete with universities? In this part of the 2020 Expert Outlook, we speak to three experts about the demands reshaping the job and education landscape.

The soccer mom cliché couldn’t feel more dated. These days, American moms are more likely to be breadwinners than pitchside cheerleaders. But a new era for moms doesn’t mean businesses have adapted, so they’re making new realities instead. How are moms taking control – and are brands keeping up?