Tourism’s Gender Pay Gap Problem and How to Close It
We explain what’s behind the gender pay gap in tourism, as well as the practices the industry needs to implement to close it.
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We strongly believe in education as a crucial tool for promoting Gender Equality. By learning about the significance of this movement and the different ways we can support it, we can all contribute to a better future. Equality in Tourism serves as a valuable resource center for academics and industry professionals alike. Whether you’re seeking up-to-date news on tourism and gender or exploring the field of gender research, or even searching for tips on how your organisation can improve its gender equality practices, we have you covered. And in the event that we don’t have the information you need here, feel free to reach out to our team for assistance. We are always delighted to help and may have the answers you seek!
We explain what’s behind the gender pay gap in tourism, as well as the practices the industry needs to implement to close it.
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A central mission for Equality in Tourism is to develop cutting edge research that is orientated towards affecting positive change for women in the tourism and hospitality industry.
Access all of Equality in Tourism’s publications in one place. Whether for academic or industry use, these resources will help you further your education surrounding gender equality in tourism.
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After all, it is only by increasing awareness of the issues women face in the tourism and hospitality industry that we can work to overcome these gendered dynamics.
To facilitate your learning journey, we have compiled a curated reading list tailored for both academics and industry professionals. This comprehensive collection of sources is designed to foster a deeper understanding of gender equality in the context of tourism.
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