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gender gap

1 of 1noun
/ˈʤɛndər ɡæp/
1

the differences between men and women's rights, opportunities, and treatment in society

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  • The gender gap in pay persists, with women earning, on average, less than their male counterparts for the same work.
  • Efforts to close the gender gap in education have led to increased access to schooling for girls in many parts of the world.
  • Despite progress in recent years, the gender gap in healthcare access and outcomes continues to pose challenges, particularly in marginalized communities.
  • Bridging the gender gap in technology fields requires addressing systemic barriers and biases that deter women from pursuing careers in STEM.