What is Equal Pay Day?

Equal Pay Day is the symbolic day dedicated to raising awareness of the gender pay gap.  It’s typically held in April, and the date changes every year. It was started by the National Committee on Pay Equity (NCPE) in 1996, with the hopes that by raising awareness of pay discrepancy, all people, no matter their gender, will get paid equally.

Gender Wage Gap

Though many strides have been made, there is still a significant earnings gap between men and women, and is even more significant for African-American and Hispanic women.

Federal Laws  

There are 5 federal laws that address equal pay and compensation including the Equal Pay Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009, Executive Order 11246, and National Labor Relations Act. It’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with these laws. Information is available on government websites including this interactive map from the US Department of Labor.  

What You Can Do

As a business owner, there are ways to do your part to help equalize the pay gap. Review your pay practices, listen to what managers and employees are saying, and correct any discrepancies as you find them. Be sure to stay communicative and transparent with your employees. Display labor law posters so employees are aware of their rights. Our complete poster set includes the EEOC or Equal Employment Opportunity posters which protects applicants and employees against discrimination, including pay discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin.

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