Help us highlight pay disparities on Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (NHPI) Women’s Equal Pay Day, which takes place on Wednesday, August 28.
The biggest wage gaps experienced by NHPI women are hidden in data that aggregates Asian Americans and NHPI people together. While Asian American women working full-time, year-round are paid 99 cents and all earners (including part-time and seasonal) are paid 89 cents for every dollar paid to non-Hispanic white men, pay disparities are more pronounced for NHPI women. NHPI women working full-time, year-round are paid 66 cents and all earners (including part-time and seasonal) are paid 60 cents for every dollar paid to non-Hispanic white men.
The UFCW is a member of the board of directors of the National Committee on Pay Equity, which is calling on supporters to advocate for fair pay on Equal Pay Days. Here are some ways you can support and advocate for equal pay:
1. Raise Awareness:
- Share information about NHPI Equal Pay Day on social media, in your workplace, or within your community. Educate others about the gender pay gap and its impact on NHPI women.
2. Advocate for Policy Changes:
- Support legislation that promotes pay equity, such as the Paycheck Fairness Act.
- Engage with organizations and advocacy groups working on pay equity issues.
3. Promote Transparency:
- Encourage employers to be transparent about pay practices.
- Advocate for salary transparency within your workplace. When employees have access to salary information, it helps identify and rectify pay gaps.
4. Support NHPI Women in the Workplace:
- Mentor and sponsor NHPI women to help them advance in their careers and negotiate fair compensation.
5. Challenge Stereotypes and Bias:
- Be aware of unconscious biases related to race and gender. Challenge stereotypes that may affect hiring, promotions, and pay decisions.
- Promote diversity and inclusion. A diverse workforce benefits everyone and contributes to a fairer pay system.
You can learn more about NHPI Women’s Equal Pay Day here.