Occupations that are dominated by men generally pay better than female-dominated ones, even when they require the same level of skill and/or education.
Among Black students in higher education, women earn 64.1% of bachelor’s degrees, 71.5% of master’s degrees, more than 65.9% of doctoral, medical, and dental degrees.
Pay equity. Paid family leave. Title IX. Lowering student debt. Stopping sexual harassment. Get involved — by changing policies we can improve gender equity.
Women remain disproportionally represented in low-wage jobs, while men dominate the highest-paying fields.
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Women tend to borrow more for their education — and struggle more to pay it off — in part because of the gender pay gap.
Because of old workplace paradigms, becoming a mother can take a toll on a woman’s earnings and jeopardize her family's economic security.
While the Court’s decision is a major setback for all Americans, AAUW remains steadfast in our commitment to protecting reproductive rights, a vital component of gender equity.
AAUW believes that global interdependence requires national and international policies against human trafficking and that promote peace, justice, human rights, sustainable development, and mutual security for all people.
Title IX is under real pressure. This webinar will offer a clear, accessible look at what Title IX is, what’s changing, and how communities can support safe, equitable learning environments.
