Gender Pay Gap
The average difference in earnings between men and women in an organization.
Also: GPG
Definition
The gender pay gap refers to the average difference in compensation between male and female employees within an organization, sector, or economy, usually expressed as a percentage of male earnings. It is distinguished from equal pay (same pay for the same work) as it reflects broader structural inequalities in job types, levels, and working patterns occupied by different genders. Addressing the gender pay gap requires systemic interventions including transparent pay processes, flexible working, and career progression support for women.
Example
“The company's gender pay gap report revealed a mean gap of 18%, largely driven by fewer women in senior technical and commercial roles, prompting a targeted women's leadership development initiative.”
Synonyms
- pay gap
- wage gap
- gender wage gap
- gender pay disparity
Antonyms / Opposites
- pay parity
- equal pay