gender pay gap
/ˈdʒɛndər peɪ ɡæp/ · gen·der pay gap
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- The average difference in earnings between men and women in a particular country, industry, or occupation, often expressed as a percentage. The gender pay gap in the United States is approximately 18%.
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- A disparity in compensation or benefits between individuals of different genders, often resulting from systemic inequalities or biases. The company's gender pay gap was attributed to a lack of women in leadership positions.
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- A statistical measure of the difference in earnings between men and women, often used to track progress towards achieving pay equity. The government has implemented policies to reduce the gender pay gap and promote equal pay for equal work.
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Did you know? The concept of the gender pay gap has been a focus of feminist activism and policy-making since the 1960s, with the first Equal Pay Act passed in the United Kingdom in 1970.