by Ore Ofe Oluwajobi
The Jack, Joseph, and Morton Mandel Humanities Center recently hosted a thought-provoking seminar shedding light on the status of women in Ohio. The event at Metro Campus drew attention to critical issues affecting women in the state, offering insights and solutions through a series of engaging discussions.
The seminar commenced with an introduction by Emily Muttillo, the Director of Research and Williamson Family Fellow for Applied Research. Muttillo provided a comprehensive overview of the topics slated for discussion, emphasizing the thematic areas of the Center for Community Solutions: policy, research, communication, and community engagement. Highlighting the organization’s commitment to addressing social, health, and economic challenges, Muttillo underscored the pivotal role of data in elucidating narratives and fostering citizen engagement.
Central to the seminar was Angela Meher, a Center for Community Solutions Research Associate, who underscored the importance of relevant and trustworthy data at the county level. Meher stressed the significance of accurately utilizing credible indicators to assess women’s status in Ohio, ensuring informed decision-making and targeted interventions.
Dr. Suzanna These, a Research Fellow at the Center for Community Solutions, delved into the social indicators crucial to understanding the status of women in Ohio, with a specific focus on Cuyahoga County. Highlighting key metrics such as age, race, ethnicity, and education, Dr. Thees elucidated the complex landscape shaping women’s experiences in the region.
Of particular concern were health indicators, revealing alarming statistics on domestic violence. Dr. Thees highlighted that a staggering 81.6% of domestic violence victims in Ohio are women, with 91.2% of these incidents perpetrated by men. Furthermore, disparities in educational attainment were brought to the fore, with women surpassing men at 43.6% compared to 41.0%. However, Dr. Thees lamented the underrepresentation of women in government and politics, signaling a pressing need for greater gender parity in leadership roles.
The seminar not only shed light on issues facing women in Ohio but also encouraged participants to explore opportunities for meaningful change. Committed to data-driven solutions and community engagement, the Center for Community Solutions leads efforts to reduce systemic disparities and empower women across the state.
The seminar catalyzed dialogue and action, inspiring students to become agents of change in their communities. As Ohio continues its journey toward gender equality, forums like these are indispensable in fostering awareness, advocacy, and progress.
The seminar concluded with an invitation to access comprehensive data on the status of women in Ohio through Community Solutions’ resources, available via the provided link: https://www.communitysolutions.com/resources/status-of-women-2023/.
- Tags: Humanities Center, Seminar, Status of Women, Tri-C, Women Rights
