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Navigating the Confluence of Inequality and STEM Equity: An Australian Perspective

by Alicia Liu a,* ,  Safdar Khan a,b orcid  and  Alexandra Bec a,c
a
City Economy, Gold Coast, Australia
b
Bond Business School, Bond University, Gold Coast, Australia
c
University of Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast, Australia
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EAL  2024, 51; 3(1), 51; https://doi.org/10.58567/eal03010008
Received: 11 September 2023 / Accepted: 26 September 2023 / Published Online: 15 March 2024
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Abstract

This study underscores the chronic issue of gender pay disparity that prevails across different STEM fields and educational qualification levels in Australia. Despite instances where women's incomes may align or even surpass men's, the broader pattern of inequality remains undeniable. The study advocates for targeted strategies to address gender pay gaps, particularly in fields like Engineering and Science, and emphasises the significance of cultivating inclusive work environments that recognise and reward contributions regardless of gender. This study serves as a critical call to action to rectify these inequities and promote a more balanced and equitable STEM landscape.

Keywords: Inequality; STEM Equity; gender pay gap; Australia;
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Liu, A.; Khan, S.; Bec, A. Navigating the Confluence of Inequality and STEM Equity: An Australian Perspective. Economic Analysis Letters, 2024, 3, 51. https://doi.org/10.58567/eal03010008
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