Introduction to the Gender Pay Gap

What is the Gender Pay Gap?

• The gender pay gap is the difference between the average earnings of men and women.
• This visualization examines the global trend and the country-wise distribution of the gender pay gap.

Global Gender Pay Gap Trend

• The line chart shows how the global gender pay gap has evolved.
• The visualizations above illustrate the global trend in the gender pay gap over the years.

Global Distribution of Gender Gap in Labor Force Participation

• The map visualizes the gender gap in labor force participation rates across different countries.
• Purple shades indicate higher participation rates for males, while yellow shades indicate higher rates for females.
• Regions with the most significant gaps include parts of Africa, the Middle East, and South Asia.

Australian Gender Pay Gap Overview

• The following visualization provides an overview of the average distribution of employees based on gender in Australia over the past five years.

• The line chart shows the average distribution of male and female employees over the past five years.
• The pie chart illustrates the gender distribution of employees for the year 2023.

Gender Equality Indicators Comparison

• The following visualizations provide a comparison of male and female responses for various gender equality indicators.

• The bar chart shows a side-by-side comparison of responses between males and females for each gender equality indicator.
• The pie chart specifically illustrates the distribution of responses for the parameter “Equal remuneration: the gender pay gap.”

Gender Pay Gap by Industry in Australia

• The following visualization provides a detailed look at the gender pay gap across various industries in Australia.

• The bar chart provides a comprehensive view of the gender pay gap across various industries in Australia.
• The pie chart highlights the gender pay gap in key industries with the highest disparities.

Analyzing Labor Force Status by Gender and Qualification: Trends and Distribution

• The following visualizations provide an overview of labor force status by gender and qualification level in Australia.

• The grouped bar chart provides a detailed view of labor force status by gender and qualification.
• The pie chart illustrates the overall distribution of labor force status categories.

Gender Differences in Education: Field of Study and Degree Attainment

• The following visualizations provide an overview of the fields of study chosen by males and females and the bachelor’s degree attainment by age group and gender in Australia.

• The bar chart provides an overview of the fields of study chosen by males and females.
• The grouped bar chart shows the bachelor’s degree attainment by age group and gender.

Employment and Earnings Trends by Gender

• The following visualizations provide an overview of the employment-to-population ratio and average weekly earnings by gender over the last 10 years in Australia.

• The line chart on the left shows the employment to population ratio by gender over the last 10 years.
• The line chart on the right shows the average weekly earnings by gender over the last 10 years.

Summary and Recommendations to Reduce Gender Gap

• The visualizations presented in this dashboard provide an in-depth look into various aspects of gender disparities in education, employment, and earnings in Australia.

Key Insights

1. Field of Study by Gender:
   • Significant differences exist in the fields of study chosen by males and females. Males are more likely to study engineering and related technologies, while females dominate in society and culture, and health.
2. Employment to Population Ratio by Gender:
   • The employment-to-population ratio for males has been consistently higher than for females over the past 5 years. However, the gap is narrowing as female participation increases.
3. Average Weekly Earnings by Gender:
   • Males generally earn more than females across all earnings categories, including total and cash earnings. The gender pay gap persists despite gradual improvements.

Recommendations to Reduce Gender Gap

1. Encourage Gender Diversity in Education:
   • Promote and support STEM education for females to balance the gender disparity in traditionally male-dominated fields.
   • Encourage males to pursue careers in health and education through targeted campaigns and incentives.
2. Workplace Policies and Practices:
   • Implement and enforce policies that promote equal pay for equal work.
   • Provide parental leave and flexible work options for both genders to support work-life balance.
3. Support Career Advancement for Women:
   • Establish mentorship programs to guide and support women in their career advancement.
   • Ensure fair representation of women in leadership roles and on governing boards.

** References **

• WGEA. (2024). Data & statistics. Workplace Gender Equality Agency. https://www.wgea.gov.au/data-statistics.

• World Bank Group. (2024). Gender Data Portal. https://genderdata.worldbank.org/en/home.

• Data.gov.uk. (2024). UK gender pay gap data. https://data.world/datagov-uk/23ef0fbb-0f5d-4245-918b-1a95ca0be537.

• Australian Bureau of Statistics. (current). Gender indicators. ABS. https://www.abs.gov.au/statistics/people/people-and-communities/gender-indicators.