Gender-Based Pay Discrimination

Gender-based pay discrimination occurs when employees doing the same or similar work are paid differently because of their gender, often favoring one gender over another. This means that, unfairly, women or other gender groups may receive lower wages than their male counterparts, despite having equal skills, experience, and responsibilities. Such discrimination harms fairness and equality in the workplace, and many countries have laws to prevent it. Addressing this issue promotes a more just and equitable environment where pay reflects ability and effort, not gender.