Today is International Equal Pay Day

🤷🏻‍♀️What do you do if you suspect pay discrimination at your work?
If you feel you are a victim of unfair pay based on your gender, there are several steps you can take to protect your rights and address the gender pay gap in a positive but assertive way:

• Do your research:
Before bringing the issue to your employer’s attention, women can start by researching salary figures and talking to decision-makers in their industry. This can give them the knowledge and confidence to ask for a raise or a promotion. Or, if they’re looking to switch careers, they’ll have the tools and resources to ask for what they are worth.

• Speak Up:
Standing up for what you believe in can be difficult, but it’s necessary and liberating. Speak up, your Employer or Manager may not be aware of the pay disparity, so schedule a meeting to present the facts and discuss your concerns. If this doesn’t work, you may need to speak directly with the human resources department, which may have access to more helpful resources.

❓How is the Gender Pay Gap Calculated?
The gender pay gap measures the disparity in earnings between men and women in the workforce. It’s typically calculated by adding up all the annual salaries of men and women working full-time, year-round, then finding the median wage and analyzing the difference.

• Find a job that pays what you deserve
The first step in helping to close the gender wage gap is knowledge. Now that you’re equipped with the facts, you have more power when negotiating a higher salary. If you’ve decided to move on and are looking for a career that will pay you what you’re worth, we can help.

Recognizing this day is dedicated to raising awareness about unequal pay to women and pushing to close the gender pay gap.

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