The Federation of Business and Professional Women in Cyprus, BPW Cyprus, expresses deep concern about the wage gap between men and women in Cyprus, which has reached 9.9%, showing an increase from the previous year. In practical terms, this means that for every euro earned by men for the same work, women receive only 90 cents, perpetuating income inequality between the two genders.
This serious discrimination has long-term implications, affecting the economic autonomy of women, exacerbating inequality across the entire spectrum of the workforce, and impacting the monthly family budget. BPW Cyprus calls on decision-makers to demonstrate the necessary will and take immediate action to ensure pay equality and practical gender equality in the workplace.
As in previous years, BPW Cyprus marks Equal Pay Day with a nationwide campaign to raise awareness and draw attention to women's right to equal pay for work of equal value. The campaign also aims to exert pressure for the effective implementation of legislation, with rigorous inspections and penalties imposed on employers who violate it.
This year, the campaign relies on a dynamic television and online campaign, and BPW Cyprus is committed to supporting these efforts until the complete elimination of the gender pay gap. Creating a workplace environment that is equal and just for everyone is one of the fundamental principles of BPW Cyprus and remains a timeless mission for the organization.
