Mark Freed: Why the Lived Experience Gap Matters More Than the Gender Pay Gap
Shifting the Focus: Why the Lived Experience Gap Matters More Than the Gender Pay Gap
Gender equality in the workplace is crucial, and the gender pay gap is often at the forefront of conversations. However, it’s essential to recognise that this is just one aspect of the issue. The lived experience gap highlights a broader range of challenges faced by individuals based on gender, including workplace culture, behaviours and values. Addressing this gap is crucial for achieving real gender equity.
While the gender pay gap is a vital metric for systemic inequalities, it only scratches the surface. The lived experience gap is a deeper measure, taking into account workplace cultures, values and behaviours. Women often face “accidental sexisms” that hinder their professional growth.
To address this gap, a holistic transformational approach is required, benefiting everyone irrespective of gender. Employers must implement policies promoting inclusion rather than just representation. We must challenge traditional gender roles, promote positive representations, and amplify diverse voices.
By shifting the focus to the lived realities of women, we can create a more equitable society and workplaces where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, irrespective of gender. Places where everyone has more opportunity and more choice.
Let’s work towards a future where true gender equality isn’t just a distant goal but a tangible reality. #LivedExperienceGap#genderpaygap
Shifting the Focus: Why the Lived Experience Gap Matters More Than the Gender Pay Gap
Gender equality in the workplace is crucial, and the gender pay gap is often at the forefront of conversations. However, it’s essential to recognise that this is just one aspect of the issue. The lived experience gap highlights a broader range of challenges faced by individuals based on gender, including workplace culture, behaviours and values. Addressing this gap is crucial for achieving real gender equity.
While the gender pay gap is a vital metric for systemic inequalities, it only scratches the surface. The lived experience gap is a deeper measure, taking into account workplace cultures, values and behaviours. Women often face “accidental sexisms” that hinder their professional growth.
To address this gap, a holistic transformational approach is required, benefiting everyone irrespective of gender. Employers must implement policies promoting inclusion rather than just representation. We must challenge traditional gender roles, promote positive representations, and amplify diverse voices.
By shifting the focus to the lived realities of women, we can create a more equitable society and workplaces where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, irrespective of gender. Places where everyone has more opportunity and more choice.
Let’s work towards a future where true gender equality isn’t just a distant goal but a tangible reality. #LivedExperienceGap #genderpaygap