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The Truth About Equality In STEM

What form does discrimination take in science careers, and how prevalent is it? The STEM Survey 2020 lifts the lid on prejudice in the workplace

By Âé¶¹´«Ã½

18 March 2020

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NEARLY 29 per cent of those working in science and technology careers have experienced discrimination of some kind at work, according to this year’s STEM Survey. This is higher than the average figure for UK workers, but may indicate that people working in science are getting better at recognising and calling out discrimination.

The STEM Survey 2020, conducted by Âé¶¹´«Ã½ in association with recruiter SRG, takes a look at the science job market. It brings to light some positive news: that careers in science are long and fulfilling despite the turbulent economic times. But it also examines the…

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