To achieve true equality, employers must be transparent, conduct pay audits, and eliminate discrimination. Strengthening laws and applying them to all employers is essential for lasting change. Let’s keep pushing for fair and equal pay.

With unprecedented growth in full-time employment and a record-high female participation rate, the time is ripe for open conversations about fair pay. As the job market tightens and the pool of available workers dwindles, employees and employers alike must recognize the importance of wage negotiation. Let’s embrace this opportunity for empowerment and ensure that everyone’s contributions are valued and compensated fairly.