politics
March 28, 2026
Firms with more women in top roles more likely to dismiss abusive men, study finds
IFS analysis also finds male-managed companies were more likely to have victim of abuse leave company
TL;DR
- Companies with more women in senior roles are more likely to dismiss men accused of sexual or physical abuse.
- Male-managed organizations are more likely to see the victim of abuse leave the company.
- Women who report rape experience significant and lasting negative impacts on their earnings, with a larger hit than imprisonment.
- Policing responses, such as arrests and criminal charges, can have a deterrent effect on domestic violence offenders.
- Financial dependence increases vulnerability to domestic abuse, highlighting the impact of economic conditions and policy.
- The social and economic impact of sexual and gender-based violence is substantial, necessitating urgent action.
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