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What is a pay equity analysis?

A pay equity analysis is a statistical way of identifying pay gaps within an organization. It does so by
cross referencing pay scales against any number of criteria – gender, ethnicity, education, seniority,
etc. Discrepancies that cannot be explained by legitimate, non-discriminatory reasons require further
investigation and corrective action on behalf of the employer.
MIL performs analyses to identify if pay equity or attrition trends negatively impact populations of
underserved communities. This allows our leadership to further track and address potential biases in
a swift and fair manner.
Increased social awareness and workplace transparency have made pay equity more than just a
standard compliance issue for many businesses today. In addition to avoiding potential litigation,
forward-thinking employers who implement fair pay policies may be able to improve their
organization’s reputation, keep employees engaged and attract new talent.

Bias Against Mothers

Mothers may experience discrimination because of stereotypes about their commitment to their work and ability
to do the job. For example, one study found that among equally qualified women job candidates, mothers were
perceived as less competent and recommended for lower salaries than non-mothers, while men were not penalized
for, and sometimes benefited from, being a parent. Taking adverse employment actions against women as a result
of sex stereotypes is a violation of Executive Order 11246, including adverse treatment of employees or applicants
based on sex-based stereotypes about caregiver responsibilities.

Mental Health Spotlight

Leaders should pay attention to the mental health of their female employees. Women are more prone to suffer
from anxiety and depression than men, and they may deal with extra stress factors related to caregiving duties
and workplace harassment. By building a supportive company environment, and providing tools for stress relief,
organizations can help women take care of their well-being.

Microaggression