The Glass Ceiling

The glass ceiling is a metaphor for the invisible barriers that prevent certain groups, often women or minorities, from advancing to higher levels of leadership or decision-making roles within organizations. Despite having the skills and qualifications, these individuals face subtle biases, stereotypes, or institutional practices that limit their career growth. The term highlights how these obstacles are unseen or hard to detect, making it difficult for affected individuals to break through and achieve equal opportunities in their professional paths.