The persisting difference in earnings between women and men (the so-called Gender Pay Gap – GPG) is 15% in the European Union. While the multiple causes of GPG are of very similar nature worldwide, some countries started looking into the problem earlier and with a more effective approach. In our panel discussion, we will bring forward tools and policies that are in place to reduce GPG at the level of the state and key stakeholders in EU countries as well as worldwide. Special focus will be given to gender-neutral job evaluation and experience with reporting and certification up to the present point in time.

It is our great pleasure to invite you to our side event organized under the 65th session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women

„Equal Pay for Women: Tools and Policies“
You can connect with us on Monday 22 March 2021 9:00–10:30 AM EST (14:00–15:30 CET)

All information about registration and online participation is provided here.

Welcoming remarks: Jana Maláčová, Minister of Labour and Social Affairs of the Czech Republic

Speakers:
Sylvie Durrer, Director of the Federal Office for Gender Equality, Switzerland
Katrín Björg Ríkarðsdóttir, Director of the Directorate of Equality, Iceland
Lesia Radelicki, Member of Cabinet of EU Commissioner for Equality
Helena Dalli Marie-Thérèse Chicha, Professor at the University of Montreal, ILO Geneva
Lenka Simerská, Head of Gender Pay Gap Reduction Portfolio at the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs of the Czech Republic

Moderator:
Martina Štěpánková, Deputy Minister for European Funds and International Cooperation, Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs of the Czech Republic

„You can watch a recording of the event here (486) Equal Pay for Women: Tools and Policies – YouTube „