what should organizations do to ensure that the disparity between compensation and job opportunities among men and women in the workplace is mitigated and ultimately eliminated? Ensuring Gender Pay Equity

Ensuring Gender Pay Equity

According to American Psychological Association, 2018, organizations can follow several steps in order to minimize and eliminate gender pay gaps. These are: Regular pay audits, to determine and rectify any possible pay inequalities within your organization. Policies that prevent discrimination on the basis of gender. This includes policies regarding pay and promotions. All employees should be trained on gender bias, discrimination and unconscious bias. Open and transparent communication regarding pay and promotions is encouraged. All employees should have equal access to information. Flexibility in work arrangements like telecommuting or part-time work is a way for both men and women to manage their family and work. Equal pay for equal work. This includes negotiating new hires’ pay based on their experience and qualifications, not their gender. Promoting inclusion and diversity in the workplace by promoting female leadership and equal representation at all levels. Cont…