The global share of female academic staff in tertiary education shows considerable variation by country, with the British Virgin Islands leading at over 68%. Notable increases were observed in the British Virgin Islands (4.53%), Seychelles (3.58%), and Bangladesh (3.85%), indicating positive shifts towards gender parity. Conversely, countries like the Ivory Coast and Rwanda experienced significant declines. Over the past five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rates (CAGR) reflect modest to substantial increases in most countries, showcasing gradual progress towards gender equality in academia.
Future trends to watch include continued improvements in countries currently seeing growth, alongside policy developments in nations with persistent disparities. Tracking these indicators will provide insights into the evolving landscape of gender representation in academia.
Top countries in Share of Female Academic Staff in Tertiary Education by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Academic Staff | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 British Virgin Islands | 68.25 | 2023 | +1.07% | +4.53% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Kazakhstan | 65.64 | 2023 | +0.043% | +0.37% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Kyrgyzstan | 64.8 | 2023 | -1.26% | +0.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Russia | 63.4 | 2023 | +0.49% | +0.46% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belarus | 61.75 | 2023 | -0.05% | +0.37% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Mongolia | 61.29 | 2022 | +0.92% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Cuba | 60.03 | 2023 | +0.64% | +0.48% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Armenia | 59.96 | 2023 | +5.98% | +0.56% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Albania | 59.72 | 2023 | +1.27% | +1.17% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Seychelles | 59.62 | 2023 | -5.32% | +3.58% | View data |
