GEM® is the first data-driven methodology for identifying gender bias in media.
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To help benchmark success, in 2016 SeeHer developed the Gender Equality Measure (GEM®), the first research methodology that quantifies gender bias in ads and programming. GEM® has become the global measurement standard, measuring 300,000+ ads, representing 87 percent of worldwide ad spend.
Ads with positive GEM® scores drive purchase intent by 43% among total consumers.
Higher GEM® scores deliver a 41% increase in brand reputation.
Positive ROI tied to high GEM® scores increase sales by 5-10x.
GEM® powers a suite of tools to impact gender equality.
GEM®
Advertising
Quantifies consumer reactions to the portrayal of women in advertising.
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Programming
Scores captured for the top Nielsen-rated scripted shows and select member-requested content twice a year for use by marketers in media planning and buying decisions.
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Lift
Groundbreaking attribution analysis correlating high GEM® scoring ads and programming with incremental sales lift.
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Multicultural
Measures the quality and accuracy of portrayals of women in ads with a specific focus on African American and Hispanic & Latinx respondents.
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Global
Measurement available in 14 countries, representing 87% of global ad spend.
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Digital
Quantifies consumer reaction to the portrayal of women and girls in digital video.
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Publishing
Quantifies consumer reaction to the portrayal of women and girls in magazine ads.
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