"Invisible Women" by Caroline Criado Perez is a thought-provoking and eye-opening book that exposes the systemic gender bias that exists in the design of everything from technology to public policy.
Invisible Women shows us how, in a world largely built for and by men, we are systematically ignoring half the population. It exposes the gender data gap – a gap in our knowledge that is at the root of perpetual, systemic discrimination against women, and that has created a pervasive but invisible bias with a profound effect on women’s lives.
Perez's extensive research and data analysis reveal how women are often excluded from decision-making processes and how this exclusion has resulted in a world that is less safe, less efficient, and less comfortable for women. She highlights a wide range of issues, such as the gender data gap, which results in data and research being based primarily on men and not accounting for the experiences of women, and the impact of this on everything from healthcare to urban planning.
Perez's writing style is engaging and accessible, making the book both informative and enjoyable to read. She weaves together real-life examples and statistics to illustrate her points and makes a compelling case for why it is essential to take gender into account when designing everything from transportation systems to medical research.
One of the strengths of the book is the way in which it shines a light on the ways in which gender bias intersects with other forms of discrimination, such as race and class. By doing so, Perez makes a compelling case for why it is essential to address gender bias if we want to create a more just and equitable society for all.
"Invisible Women" is a powerful book that challenges readers to rethink their assumptions about gender and the world around them. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the intersection of gender, technology, and policy, and its impact on our daily lives.
