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Women remain disproportionally represented in low-wage jobs, while men dominate the highest-paying fields.

Women are increasingly raising their voices about unwanted and unacceptable behavior that creates yet another barrier to their success. We need to make sure those voices are heard.

Because of old workplace paradigms, becoming a mother can take a toll on a woman’s earnings and jeopardize her family's economic security.

A lifelong pay gap culminates in the fact that women have significantly less income than men during their retirement years, a time when they are particularly vulnerable.

Education powers equity. AAUW removes barriers so women and girls can access learning, unlock opportunity, and lead in their communities and beyond.

When it comes to 'innate' abilities, there's no evidence whatsoever to support the notion that boys are better at math and science. Yet these limiting stereotypes persist.

Harassment, assault and even violence stand in the way of girls' and women's access to an equal education. We need to do more to make it stop!

This groundbreaking law ushered in an era of enormous progress for girls and women. But more work is needed to achieve its full promise.

Women tend to borrow more for their education — and struggle more to pay it off — in part because of the gender pay gap.