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Peer reviewedFields, Judith; Wolff, Edward N. – Journal of Human Resources, 1991
Data from the 1970 and 1980 censuses showed that (1) occupational and industrial segregation declined; (2) high employment growth in an occupation was associated with the decline; and (3) high employment growth is associated with improvements in relative female earnings. Results suggest that sex discrimination is lower in sectors where demand is…
Descriptors: Demand Occupations, Economic Development, Employment Patterns, Females
Peer reviewedDanziger, Sandra K. – Journal of Human Resources, 1981
This paper reports a qualitative study of what difference it makes to the participants to have completed the Supported Work program. For the majority, Supported Work brought steadier jobs, higher wages and fringe benefits, increased self-confidence, and independence. (Author/CT)
Descriptors: Data Collection, Economic Development, Employment Patterns, Females
