Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Faculty Publications Book Chapter Faculty Publications- Book Chapter Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Kachroo, Nitya Title A name given to the resource Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Will the Role of Organizational Workplace Policies Perpetuate or Mitigate Gender Bias? Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 01-01-2025 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Bridging the Leadership Gap: Policies and Workplace Equality;pp.37-70 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context <a href="https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-6345-5.ch002" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-6345-5.ch002</a> <br /><br /><a href="https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105018098497?origin=resultslist" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105018098497?origin=resultslist</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Kachroo N., Christ University, India Description An account of the resource Despite significant global progress in narrowing gender gaps, inequality persists across many countries. Organizations like the Global Gender Gap Index and the European Institute for Gender Equality monitor improvements in political leadership, economic opportunities, health, and education. However, women continue to face challenges, including unequal pay, limited career advancement, and imbalanced household labor. The "glass ceiling" refers to invisible barriers that prevent women from achieving top positions despite equal qualifications. Long-term effects include temporary employment and lower retirement savings. True gender equality requires more than quotas-it demands equitable opportunities, flexible work policies, pay transparency, and mentorship programs. Tackling unconscious bias and fostering inclusive environments is essential for sustainable change and women's holistic success. 2026, IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available IGI Global Relation A related resource ISBN: 979-833736347-9; 979-833736345-5; Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Book chapter Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource online