Wage Gap Between

Genders
An overview of the wage disparities between men and women in the workforce.
The examination of factors contributing to this inequality.
Definition and Measurement of
Wage Gap
The gender wage gap is a metric that tells us the salarial difference between
women and men.
Factors contributing to the wage gap
• Educational disparities: Differences in educational opportunities and access to higher education for
women and men.
• Occupational segregation: Women being concentrated in lower-paying jobs and underrepresented in high-
paying industries.
• Unpaid care work: Women's disproportionate responsibility for caregiving affecting their career
advancement and wages.
Wage Gap in different countries
- In 2022
- European Union: 12,7%
- Euro area : 13,2%
- Estonia : 21,3%
- Luxembourg:0,7%
- Germany : 17,7%
- France : 13,9%
- Portugal : 12,5%
- Ireland : 9,3%
- Spain : 8,7%
- Belgium : 5%
- Italy : 4,3%
.
Wage Gap Data in Brazil
The gender wage gap in Brazil in 2022 has been in 22%, according to the Brazilian Institute of Geography
and Statistics ( IBGE ).
Impact of the Wage Gap on Individuals and
Society
The wage gap contributes to financial insecurity for
women, impacting their ability to support themselves
and their families.

It also perpetuates gender inequality, hindering

overall economic growth and societal progress.
Current efforts to address the wage gap

Equal Pay Workplace Equality Salary Negotiation Diversity and

Initiatives Programs Workshops Inclusion
Initiatives
Efforts focused on
advocating for and Programs aimed at Workshops designed to Initiatives to create
implementing equal pay promoting gender educate individuals, more inclusive work
policies. equality and fair especially women, on environments and
treatment in the salary negotiation reduce the wage gap.
workplace. strategies.
Strategies for Reducing the Wage Gap
Educational Initiatives
Implementing programs to
encourage women's participation
in STEM fields and other male-
dominated industries.
Creating mentorship
opportunities and scholarships
for women pursuing higher
education.
Transparent
Compensation
Establishing clear salary bands
for all positions, ensuring
transparency in pay structures.
Conducting regular pay equity
audits to identify and address
any disparities.
Flexible Work Policies
Introducing flexible work
arrangements and remote work
options to support work-life
balance for both men and
women.
Providing parental leave and
childcare support to reduce the
impact of caregiving
responsibilities on women's
careers.
Conclusion and Call to Action
Urgent Change Needed Support Pay Equity Initiatives
The wage gap is a critical issue that demands Advocate for policies and initiatives aimed at
immediate attention and action. achieving equal pay for equal work.

Educate and Raise Awareness Collaborate for Progress

Spread awareness about the wage gap and its Work together with organizations and
impact on individuals and society. communities to drive positive change.
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https://ourworldindata.org/economic-inequality-by-gender#in-most-countries-there-is-a-subst
antial-gender-pay-gap

https://www.epi.org/blog/gender-wage-gap-persists-in-2023-women-are-paid-roughly-22-less-
than-men-on-average/

https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/statistics-explained/index.php?title=Gender_pay_gap_statistics
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https://g1.globo.com/dia-das-mulheres/noticia/2022/03/08/mulheres-ganham-em-media-205
percent-menos-que-homens-no-brasil.ghtml

https://www.cnnbrasil.com.br/economia/diferenca-salarial-entre-homens-e-mulheres-vai-a-22-
diz-ibge/