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Women in government and related fields describe skepticism, bias when starting careers
Summary
Five speakers who work or have worked in city government, engineering and design described having to prove themselves, being judged on appearance, and facing male-oriented equipment or standards when they began their careers.
Five women who work or have worked in city government, engineering and design described facing skepticism and gendered standards when they began their careers.
The remarks, given in a recorded meeting segment, recounted experiences ranging from being questioned about credibility to encountering uniforms and office roles designed for men. The speakers included staff from municipal parks and recreation and human resources, an engineer, a fashion designer and a police department employee.
"Starting out, it was different than it is starting out now for the young ladies coming into this field, but it was definitely a…
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