Monday, March 8, 2010

Women still earn less across the glob than men

According to MSNBC a new study shows that women still earn one third less than men. Women with children earn even less and are less likely to be promoted.

"The persistent imbalance in household chores can hurt women's careers, the study of the International Trade Union Confederation concluded. Women with kids earn on average 68 percent of what men make, and overall, women make 74 percent of what men bring in, according to the report."

The report continues with findings that some women are required to take a pregnancy test before being hired.

"The study was based on reports from over 40 nations across the world.

The ITUC represents 176 million workers from 155 countries."


This is the reason this organization was formed. This study proves that we still have a lot of work ahead of us.

"Be the change you wish to see in the world." -- Gandhi, Mahatma


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