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State leaders frequently emphasize Utah’s reputation as a hub of innovation and economic opportunity. Yet, for the 11th consecutive year, WalletHub ranked Utah as the worst state for women’s equality, placing it last in “workplace environment,” including income disparities and representation in leadership roles. Extensive research continues to confirm that many Utah women are not fully thriving in their workplaces.

Not all data is good data or useful data. Sometimes, data that is collected can even mislead or cause harm, says Heather Kelley, a member of the IDRPP’s Tailored Research, Evaluation, and Continuous Improvement (TRECI) team.

Mule deer that call Utah home have to be tough — freezing winters and scorching summers are part of a typical year. But as droughts in the West get longer and more severe, these animals are being forced to move further afield to find the resources they need to survive.
