Tag: gender diversity

He says, she says: gender disparities in the trucking industry

While women see the industry one way, men perceive it quite differently Women’s participation in the trucking industry has faced numerous challenges over the years, including behaviors inconsistent with tolerance and respect, as well as lack of equity and opportunities in a workplace that often becomes hostile to women trying to enter or establish themselves […]

On the road to equity: women’s challenges in the trucking industry

The ATRI identified 12 main daily challenges experienced by women in the industry According to a recent study by the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), various obstacles prevent women from integrating and staying in the trucking industry. These obstacles include industry perception, completion of schooling, truck parking shortages, harassment, and gender discrimination. Published on June […]

Women in Motion: creating gender diversity in the transportation industry

Women in Motion aims to make an impact on all women within the transportation industry. Women in Motion returns under the American Trucking Associations (ATA). This group, initially introduced in June 2022, focuses on the specific advocacy for women in the trucking industry. It was initiated by women members of the ATA who recognized the […]

ATRI’s Survey on Gender Challenges in the Trucking Industry

The main goal is to identify existing barriers that may hinder female participation in this sector. On January 3, the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) initiated a new survey with the purpose of understanding the perspectives of women and men in the transportation industry. The main goal is to identify existing barriers that may hinder […]

Barbies in trucking: bridging the gender diversity gap

TransForce launches the “Barbies in Trucking” campaign Over time, the role of women in the economic force has been growing. Although a complete balance has not yet been achieved, each advancement is considered a triumph. This year, the entertainment industry was led by women in various areas, with one of the major victories being the […]