A century of pay inequity: is the end in sight?

Bonella, Irene

Australian Library Journal 2002 52 (4)1184
(ReLIS:jul:juljuh:y:2002:v:52:i:4:p:1184)

Abstract:

Formalised disadvantage in female remuneration began in Australia in 1907 with the Federal 'Harvester Case' decision, which set in law the differential between male and female wages. It established a basic wage for males on the basis of their 'breadwinner' status. Further decisions of this nature followed. Throughout the second half of the twentieth century women have struggled to overcome the disadvantage imposed during the earlier decades. [This paper began life as part of the requirement for a Masters Degree at Charles Sturt University, Riverina. Subsequently revised, it was submitted for consideration in the Jean Arnot Memorial Fellowship award in 2003. The author, Irene Bonella, was judged joint winner of the Fellowship in May 2003. The other successful paper was also written on the subject of pay equity].

Keywords: Mujeres ; Australia ; Legislación ; Diferencias sexuales
Pages: 1184
Volume: 52
Year: 2002
Issue: 4

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