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[thesociologicalcinema]

What's the Gender Pay Gap in Your State? (2017) Based on this map, the largest pay gap exists in Utah, where median earnings for women are only around 70 percent of what they are for men. Source: AAUW

[ucflibrary]

To Maximize Your Salary, Learn the Art of Deflection

It’s best to steer clear of discussing a salary at all until you’ve received a job offer. Here's how to handle compensation conversations with finesse. Read more »

At the application stage …

• If prompted to provide your salary history on an initial written application, use dashes, “zero” or “N/A.”

• You may be asked about compensation in a different way—through a question about your “salary requirements.” As with salary history, try to hold off on giving a number until you’ve received an offer.

• If the job posting requests your salary requirements, you could write “negotiable,” or “I am looking for a fair and equitable salary based on my skills and experience.” Or, if you’re responding to a post that asks you to send in a resume and salary history, consider sending only the resume. If the employer is interested, someone will call to request more information.

• Some online forms might not accept an application without a numerical answer. If you decide to move forward, consider using your target salary or target salary range. AAUW’s Work Smart course walks you through how to determine your target salary based on market values, job duties and your qualifications.

In an interview …

• If you’re asked for your salary expectations, you could deflect by saying “What do you usually pay someone in this position?” or “I’d like to learn more about the role before I set my salary expectations. I would hope that my salary would line up with market rates for similar positions in this area.”

• If you’re asked to share your salary history, you might try “This position is not exactly the same as my last job. Let’s discuss what my responsibilities would be here and then determine a fair salary.” Another option: “I’d appreciate it if you could make me an offer based on whatever you have budgeted for this position, and we can go from there.”

And remember, a growing number of cities and states prohibit employers from even asking about salary history, so make sure you research local pay-equity laws prior to going in for an interview.

[genderparity]

American Association of University Women (AAUW) helping to end the gender wage gap since 1881.

The American Association of University Women (AAUW) is an organization set on bringing down the gender wage gap. This organization was started in 1881 and its goal is to end workplace discrimination and open opportunities for women in the workplace. AAUW states,  “Despite civil rights laws and advancements in women’s economic status, workplace discrimination still persists” (p.3). Even if numerous laws are enacted, many companies are not following these protocols. Most companies forbid their employees from talking about their wages, leading to them not knowing about the gap in their income. Race is also a factor in the gender wage gap where women of color are paid less than their Caucasion counterparts. Early in a woman’s career, they face a wage gap of 20% and go on to lose millions of dollars throughout their whole lives. The abundant loss of money leads to women not being able to support their families, paying off debts, or unable to have stable retirementment savings. AAUW are pushing for strong pay equity legislation and full enforcement of current laws. They hold programs and workshops to teach women how to negotiate for a higher wage. AAUW empowers women by educating and giving them the skills they need to fight gender inequality in the workplace.

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AAUW Issues: Equal Pay. American Association of University Women, 2018, https://www.aauw.org/what-we-do/public-policy/aauw-issues/gender-pay-gap/. Assessed 1 Dec. 2019

[areladurell]

AAUW 2018 Books Sale Finds #1

[badgalmore]

Ella es asi desobediente 😈 me encanta jugar con tu mente,🎶#more #instachile #feliz #aauw #moresonga #buenasnoches #realhastalamuerte

[notsoivorytower]

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR WOMEN

The American Association of University Women (AAUW) is now accepting applications for the following fellowship and grant opportunities:

·         American Scholarship Fellowships are for women pursuing full-time study to complete dissertations, conducting postdoctoral research full time, or preparing research for publication for eight consecutive weeks.  The funding ranges from $6,000-$30,000.  Applications are open Aug. 1-Nov. 15.

·         Career Development Grants are awarded to women pursuing a certificate or degree to advance their careers, change careers, or reenter the workforce and whose bachelor’s degree was received at least five years before the award period.  Open Aug. 1- Dec. 15, the funding ranges from $2000-$12,000.

·         Community Action Grants are awarded to individuals, AAUW branches and states, and nonprofit organizations to fund innovative programs or non-degree research projects that promote education and equity for women and girls.  One yr. grants can range from $2,000-$7,000, Two year grants from $5000-$10,000 and are open Aug. 1 to Jan. 15.

·         International Fellowships are available women pursuing full-time graduate or postdoctoral study in the United States who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents.  Their funding ranges from $18,000 to $30,000 and are open Aug. 1-Dec. 1.

·         International Project Grants are open to alumnae of AAUW’s International Fellowships program who are living in their home countries and pursuing community-based projects to improve the social advancement and economic empowerment of women and girls.  The funding ranges from $5000-$7000, applications are accepted from Aug. 1-Jan. 15.

·         Selected Professions Fellowships are available to women pursuing full-time study in a master’s or professional degree program in which women are underrepresented, including STEM, law, business, and medicine.  The awards range from $5000-$18,000 and are open Aug. 1 to Jan. 10.

For more information or to apply, visit http://www.aauw.org/what-we-do/educational-funding-and-awards/.

[ourtech]

Every time I Google my University of Minnesota Duluth initials, "UMD", results for University of Maryland appear. Since the leadership conference is held at U of Maryland, I get to meet the infamous university that plagues my peers' web browsers. My adventure began driving to Hibbing, Minnesota's Airport through the red painted ore hills of the Iron Range. Middle Precambrian treasures tempt to be excavated, awaiting America to be great again. Adorned with big game trophies Hibbing Airport's pace greatly differed from Minneapolis, Minnesota's metropolis of travel. Minneapolis has every reasonable pH of bottled water for sale, designated therapy dogs and indoor golf. Upon arrival in D.C. I scuffled to a shuttle, scooted around cities, and eventually meandered to the other UMD. I was welcomed by boxes of chocolate Luna Bars, a packed itenerary and a gaggle of gals ready to fine tune leadership. Tomorrow holds a trip to Capitol Hill to hear from a panel of D.C. professionals and the NCCWSL (National Conference for College Women Student Leaders pronounced "Nick Whistle").

[myellenbee]

The much anticipated annual AAUW book sale is today! What a haul, 23 books! For only $11! We went near the end of the first day, apparently there was a small stampede in the morning. It’s not quite a book store dessert where we live, but close, there is one not very well stocked Books-A-Million in our county. So fun😊