Policy Brief: Bridging the Gender Pay Gap
Ketkar, S., Puri, R. and Chowdhury, S.R. 2023. Policy Brief: Bridging the Gender Pay Gap. T20 Policy Brief.
| Title | Policy Brief: Bridging the Gender Pay Gap |
|---|---|
| Authors | Ketkar, S., Puri, R. and Chowdhury, S.R. |
| Abstract | Gender pay gap (GPG) is a complex issue that various forums, including the G20, have attempted to discuss. Mitigating GPG requires large-scale transformative changes, but constraints on financial resources and public spending, along with cultural norms and deep-seated societal beliefs, make it a difficult task. Proposed actions, therefore, must be economically prudent and actionable. This Policy Brief offers five recommendations for the G20 to help bridge the gender pay gap. These include: introducing pay transparency legislation; mandating data-driven gender budgeting; increasing emphasis on parental leave; promoting women in STEM subjects; and engaging with the industry by proposing initiatives such as exclusive women only portals, reporting on gender, facilitating leadership programmes, and ‘de-biasing’ organisations. These proposals can help policymakers move the needle on gender equity, promote social justice, and improve economic outcomes. |
| Year | 2023 |
| Publisher | T20 Policy Brief |
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| Published | 2023 |
| File | File Access Level Open (open metadata and files) |
| Web address (URL) | https://t20ind.org/research/bridging-the-gender-pay-gap/ |