All organisations can benefit from understanding, measuring, and reporting on their gender pay gap.
Gender pay gap reporting is one of a suite of interventions used internationally to address gender pay gaps. This process shows both organisations and employees where improvements can be made in gender equality and enables organisations to act.
There are many benefits to reporting on the progress to close your organisation’s gender pay gap:
- Employees, customers, and stakeholders value authenticity, and it demonstrates that your organisation is a leader on gender equality and diversity.
- All employees have access to equal opportunities and outcomes.
- Potential discriminatory practices, policies, and processes regarding pay, recruitment, progression, and development are identified and improved.
- Employee morale, motivation, productivity, and trust can improve.
- Organisations are seen as a trusted, reputable, and socially responsible employer, which can help you attract and retain top talent.
- Organisations are set up for the long-term to proactively investigate, report on, and address future inequities.
- Employees understand the pay system and are empowered to make more informed decisions on their employment.
Other countries, such as Australia, the United Kingdom, Canada, and the United States have introduced pay gap reporting systems.
Find out more about New Zealand’s approach.
"Reflect the community that we live in"
Women bring their unique identities, experiences, and expertise to organisations across New Zealand and at the leadership table. Having diversity in leadership helps ensure we reflect the community we live in and drives stronger outcomes.
While NZ’s national gender pay gap has narrowed in recent years, Wāhine Māori, Pacific women, women from ethnic communities, and disabled women continue to experience significantly higher pay gaps. Closing pay gaps is not just about fairness. It is about addressing systemic barriers that hold people back and limit opportunities.
Four women share the strengths of their identities and backgrounds in their leadership journeys, and how they continue challenging biases and assumptions. They share important messages for us all.