Olena Hankivsky (Simon Fraser University, Vancouver, Canada), Diego de Merich (Queen Mary University of London, UK) and Ashlee Christoffersen (University of Edinburgh, UK) pubvsliuhed in British Politics Volume 14 Isse 2 (June 2019)
Abstract
In an increasing number of jurisdictions, gender mainstreaming approaches have been supplemented with attention to other equality areas, including race and disability.
The UK is among the most advanced countries in mainstreaming ‘equality’, with nine equality areas protected in law and a joined-up equality infrastructure. Among the nations of the UK there are, however, important distinctions in implementation of the law.
In this article, we present findings of cross sectoral qualitative research (with academic, public and third sectors) aimed at understanding the progress of equality mainstreaming in the UK some years on from the implementation of the Equality Act 2010, with a specific focus on the devolved administrations of Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.
We identify areas of progress as well as barriers to change and proposed solutions for the future.
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Monday, 10 June 2019
From evidence to action: Applying gender mainstreaming to pay gaps in the Welsh public sector
an article by Alison Parken and Rachel Ashworth (Cardiff University, UK) published in Gender, Work & Organization Volume 26 Issue 5 (June 2019)
Abstract
Progress on reducing gender disparities remains painfully slow, despite efforts to identify the determinants of gender pay gaps and specify size and shape.
Recent studies highlight the need for a more nuanced account of the way that public policy shapes organizational responses and insights into the types of organizational practices that diminish pay disparities.
In response, this research reports on an action research intervention in three large Welsh public organizations, subject to a unique statutory equality duty. Data demonstrate how an evidence‐based gender mainstreaming approach facilitated the development of a ‘no blame’ strategy, which legitimized organizational proactivity through collaborative and empowering change management processes.
The research contributes to the study of gender pay gaps by demonstrating that gender mainstreaming, with facilitative local conditions and supportive public policy, shapes action on gender segregation, with particular success in women's low‐paid employment.
Conclusions highlight theoretical and policy implications arising from the research.
Full text (PDF 20pp)
Abstract
Progress on reducing gender disparities remains painfully slow, despite efforts to identify the determinants of gender pay gaps and specify size and shape.
Recent studies highlight the need for a more nuanced account of the way that public policy shapes organizational responses and insights into the types of organizational practices that diminish pay disparities.
In response, this research reports on an action research intervention in three large Welsh public organizations, subject to a unique statutory equality duty. Data demonstrate how an evidence‐based gender mainstreaming approach facilitated the development of a ‘no blame’ strategy, which legitimized organizational proactivity through collaborative and empowering change management processes.
The research contributes to the study of gender pay gaps by demonstrating that gender mainstreaming, with facilitative local conditions and supportive public policy, shapes action on gender segregation, with particular success in women's low‐paid employment.
Conclusions highlight theoretical and policy implications arising from the research.
Full text (PDF 20pp)
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