Fast Facts: Occupational Segregation
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.
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.
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Employees who are paid fairly are more loyal and productive. The majority of Americans — 60% according to an AAUW Survey — think the wage gap is due to bias.
Our Women’s Economic Empowerment Initiative gives women the skills they need to thrive and build strong financial futures. Through our award-winning training models, we’re showing women everywhere how to negotiate…
The Board of Directors of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) today announced that Gloria L. Blackwell will be AAUW’s new Chief Executive, effective October 18, 2021.
AAUW announces that Gloria L. Blackwell will be the new organization's new CEO, effective October 18.
When women get equal pay — and equal opportunity — they, their families and all of society will thrive. To get there, we need to embrace diversity, equity and inclusion.
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