Gender Equality in the Workplace

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Introduction

Gender equality studies have been conducted systematically. In both (Wright , et al., 1995) and (Karus & Yonay, 2000), the authors looked into the gender gap in workplaces across completly different countries and how the way variations within the gaps will be attributed to discrimination against female employees.

Components of gender inequality in the workplace

Gender inequality within the workplace will be known by these components:

1.       Pay

2.       Leadership

3.       Hiring

4.       Inclusion

Benefits of gender equality within the workplace

There are numerous advantages for companies who are intentional regarding maintaining gender equality within the workplace, including the following:

1.      Positive company culture. 

2.       More innovation and creativity. 

3.       Build a great reputation. 

4.       Improved conflict resolution. 

How to promote gender equality within the workplace

Here are some steps you may take to begin promoting gender equality in your workplace:

1.       Increase diversity in hiring

2.       Review equal pay laws

3.       Begin a pay audit

4.       Consider change your coaching  

5.       Revise pay secrecy policies 

6.       Promote work-life balance 

7.       Create an open-minded atmosphere.

8.       Provide mentorship for everybody

9.       Keep correct documentation

 Gender equality in NDB bank

According to the NDB annual report 2020, women make up 66% of overall workforce and Female representation in management roles: 33%. NDB was the first and only organization to obtain the Economics Dividends for Gender Equity certification. The certification followed a rigorous evaluation process and demonstrates the Bank’s commitment towards promoting gender balance at all levels within the organization.

The following policies support the Bank’s gender parity agenda

                                               
Table 01: Policies support the Bank’s gender parity agenda

Conclusion

Gender equality refers to the proper of women and men to own an equivalent opportunities for the achievement of vital goals in society like education, employment and financial gain and to contribute to political, social, and cultural development in any respect levels.

References

Anon., n.d. Indeed for employers. [Online]
Available at: https://www.indeed.com/hire/c/info/gender-inequality-in-the-workplace
[Accessed 26 April 2021].

Karus, V. & Yonay, Y., 2000. The Effet of Occupational Sex Composition on the Gender Gap in Workplace Authority. In: s.l.:Social Science Research, pp. 583-605.

Wright , E., Baxter, J. & Birkelund, G., 1995. The gender gap in workplace authority: A cross-national study. In: s.l.:American Sociological Review, pp. 404-435. 

Comments

  1. Saranyah MBA 2128 April 2021 at 07:56

    I would like to add more to this article.
    Just having equal number of female employees isn't adopting equality. Female representation should be included in each level. According to the Global Gender Gap Report 2020, it will take another 100 years to achieve gender equality based on the current rate of progress. Women often face negative stereotypes in the workplace, so the organization must include policy to make sure that they have zero tolerance for discrimination at the work place.

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  2. Sureni Dias29 April 2021 at 00:14

    Author has well explained in Organization, gender equality is the equal treatment and access of female and male employees to opportunities and company resources. This includes employers providing equal opportunities and consideration for promotions; pay raises; desirable, preferred jobs; advancement, and inclusion in decision-making processes.

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  3. Ruwan Herath29 April 2021 at 21:12

    Workplace gender equality will be achieved when people are able to access and enjoy equal rewards, resources and opportunities regardless of gender. It will require: Workplaces to provide equal pay for work of equal or comparable value. Removal of barriers to the full and equal participation of women in the workforce.

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  4. Hasitha Dissanayake2 May 2021 at 01:27

    Author has nicely elaborated the gender roles played by employees in their work place,benefits of gender equality and how to promote gender equality . From the past onward the woman was getting oppressed within a patriarchal society and she was considered as a social other.In the 21 st century this notion has been faded away and the gender equality has been stabilized. The importance of gender equality is vividly brought out by the author in a descriptive manner.

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  5. Udari Weerasinghe2 May 2021 at 04:29

    Equality in the workplace means equal job opportunities and fairness for employees and job applicants. You must not treat people unfairly because of reasons protected by discrimination law ('protected characteristics'). For example, because of a person's sex, age or race. Author has very well written on this topic gender equality.

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