Exploring the challenges and opportunities of identity, diversity, and inclusion.

Harnessing the power of behavioral insights to disrupt systems and structures that block the path toward diversity and inclusion.

Dr. Sonia Kang takes a novel approach by harnessing the power of behavioral insights and organizational design to disrupt systems, processes, and structures that block the path toward diversity and inclusion for individuals, organizations, and society.

She holds the Canada Research Chair in Identity, Diversity, and Inclusion, and is a Professor of Organizational Behaviour and Human Resource Management at the University of Toronto, where she is also Academic Director at the Rotman School of Management's Institute for Gender and the Economy (GATE). Sonia earned a PhD in Social Psychology from the University of Toronto and completed a SSHRC Post-Doctoral Fellowship at Northwestern University.

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Professor of Organizational Behaviour and HR Management

Department of Management, University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) & Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto

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Canada Research Chair in Identity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Department of Management, University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) & Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto

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Academic Director

Institute for Gender and the Economy (GATE), Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto

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Chief Scientist

Behavioural Economics in Action at Rotman (BEAR), Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto

Selected Publications

Stereotypes at work: Occupational stereotypes predict race and gender segregation in the workforce

He, J.C., Kang, S.K., Tse, K., & Toh, S.M. Journal of Vocational Behavior, 2019

Working toward gender diversity and inclusion in medicine: Myths and solutions.

Kang, S.K., & Kaplan, S. The Lancet, 2019

From ignorance to intolerance: Perceived intentionality of racial discrimination shapes preferences for colorblindness versus multiculturalism.

Apfelbaum, E.P., Grunberg, R., Halevy, N., & Kang, S.K. Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, 2017

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Busted

Does achieving gender equality only benefit women? Are gender quotas thwarting meritocracy? Are women more risk averse than men? If you think you know the answers to these questions, then think again! Busted is an audio podcast series that busts prominent myths surrounding gender and the economy by teaming up with leading experts in the field. We uncover the origins of each myth and give you the tools to bust each myth yourself!

For the Love of Work

Hosted by Dr. Sonia Kang and made possible by Rogers, this new podcast is a playbook for the modern employee experience, and it could not be more relevant as we redefine the way we work in the wake of a pandemic. Throughout the series you'll hear inspirational and practical advice from experts in the industry, and lessons to help you be your best self at work and beyond.