However, when we analyze the work environment we find that this equality actually is not visible in certain areas. One area is obviously the pay difference between men and women. Women have to fulfill many unique functions like giving birth, caring for the child and looking after the family, however, the system generally does not recognize these unique requirements and over a period of time the women find they lose out vis a vis men. This is not the only reason, occupational difference and race and ethnicity further contribute towards widening the pay gap. This perhaps explains how gender inequality is affecting women not only in United States but also across the wold. The need for gender equality is highlighted in a quote by Kofi Annan, former Sectary General of the United Nations “Gender Inequality is more than in itself. It is a precondition for meeting the challenge of reducing power, promoting sustainable development and building good governance.” Gender equality will hence pave the way to a balanced society where women have equal contribution in a nation’s
However, when we analyze the work environment we find that this equality actually is not visible in certain areas. One area is obviously the pay difference between men and women. Women have to fulfill many unique functions like giving birth, caring for the child and looking after the family, however, the system generally does not recognize these unique requirements and over a period of time the women find they lose out vis a vis men. This is not the only reason, occupational difference and race and ethnicity further contribute towards widening the pay gap. This perhaps explains how gender inequality is affecting women not only in United States but also across the wold. The need for gender equality is highlighted in a quote by Kofi Annan, former Sectary General of the United Nations “Gender Inequality is more than in itself. It is a precondition for meeting the challenge of reducing power, promoting sustainable development and building good governance.” Gender equality will hence pave the way to a balanced society where women have equal contribution in a nation’s