Everyone deserves fairness at work, regardless of their gender. But gender inequality at work is real and it affects everyone. It is something we can measure and change.
The Gender Equality @ Work Index (GE@W) shows how women and men experience gender inequality in the labour market, and what we can do to create a gender equal economy and society. The Index provides a precise measure of the different outcomes for women and men in the labour market.
More women than ever are in paid work, but, on average, are still paid less than men. Men do more paid hours of work while women perform most unpaid care and domestic hours. Women and men are divided across industries and jobs, with different pay and opportunities. Jobs requiring long hours make it hard for workers with care responsibilities to progress in their careers.
Persistent gender inequalities in our labour markets and homes limit Australia’s capacity to reap the benefits of a highly educated workforce and thrive as a prosperous and productive economy and society. By making practical and sensible changes for equality at work, Australia can become a better place to work and live. Explore the data to see where Australia stands.
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The Gender Equality @ Work Index, developed by the Australian Centre for Gender Equality and Inclusion @ Work at the University of Sydney, offers a comprehensive, national, and longitudinal snapshot of gender equality at work. It provides insights for the community, policymakers, and employers on Australia’s progress and highlights areas requiring urgent action to address the root causes of inequality.