Help us highlight pay disparities on 2SLGBTQ+ Equal Pay Awareness Day, which takes place on Thursday, June 13.
The U.S. Census Bureau does not currently collect the necessary information to provide specific data about pay disparities affecting the 2SLGBTQ+ community. However, according to research from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, 2SLGBTQ+ workers make approximately 90 cents for every dollar earned by the typical worker in the U.S. The disparity is much greater for 2SLGBTQ+ people of color and transgender communities, with those who identify as transgender women earning only 60 percent of a typical worker’s wage.
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 2SLGBTQ+ Equal Pay Awareness Day on social media, in your workplace, or within your community, and educate others about the lack of wage gap data for 2SLGBTQ+ individuals on June 13.
2. Advocate for Policy Changes:
o Support legislation that promotes pay equity, such as the Paycheck Fairness Act.
o Engage with organizations and advocacy groups working on pay equity issues.
3. Promote Transparency:
o Encourage employers to be transparent about pay practices.
o Advocate for salary transparency within your workplace. When employees have access to salary information, it helps identify and rectify pay gaps.
4. Support 2SLGBTQ+ individuals in the Workplace:
o Mentor and sponsor 2SLGBTQ+ individuals to help them advance in their careers and negotiate fair compensation.
5. Challenge Stereotypes and Bias:
o Be aware of unconscious biases related to race and gender. Challenge stereotypes that may affect hiring, promotions, and pay decisions.
o Promote diversity and inclusion. A diverse workforce benefits everyone and contributes to a fairer pay system.
Remember that achieving equal pay requires collective effort. By showing support for 2SLGBTQ+ individuals, we can work toward a more equitable future for all.