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Although women are working harder and are more educated than ever, they still face many economic challenges. Women continue to face a significant wage disadvantage compared to men; single mothers are mired in responsibility and poverty; women carry family work expectations in ways that continue to overwhelm; and women of color continue to struggle disproportionately with low wages and poverty.

• What is Gender Pay Equity?
• What difference can it make in the lives of women and their families?
• What is the Equal Pay Act and what protections does it offer?

Gender Equity in Pay for Wisconsin Women Public Employees