Over half a century after pay discrimination became illegal in the United States, a persistent pay gap between men and women continues to hurt our nation’s workers and our national…
Women remain disproportionally represented in low-wage jobs, while men dominate the highest-paying fields.
Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination that violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 which prohibits discrimination in employment.
Workplace sexual harassment can take a toll on women’s physical and mental health, limit their job choices, reduce prospects for career development and even force them out of the workforce.
AAUW is dedicated to getting the college debt crisis under control. Learn more about how women are disproportionately impacted by student loans — and steps we can take to make…
Talking to an employer — or a prospective one — about money is never easy. Some people find it so challenging, in fact, that they quickly accept the first salary…
In early October 2012, Phipps, et al. v. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. was filed in U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee, Nashville Division. It seeks an end to Wal-Mart’s discriminatory…
AAUW believes that pay equity and equal employment opportunity are matters of simple fairness.
AAUW believes that pay equity and equal opportunity are matters of simple fairness. AAUW is a leader in the fight to end wage discrimination and open doors for women in…
AAUW strongly supports strengthening retirement benefits and programs, including pension improvements and protecting Social Security from privatization.
