10. Juni 2025|
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|6 months agoWomen's Strike Highlights Persistent 17.5% Pay Gap in Switzerland
Swiss trade union Unia reveals ongoing wage discrimination ahead of June 14 strike, with women earning 17.5% less than men despite equality legislation.
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- Swiss trade union Unia reports that large companies are disregarding the Equality Act's provisions on equal pay.
- A national women's strike is scheduled for June 14 in Switzerland to protest against gender inequality and the wage gap.
- Right-wing political parties in Switzerland are reportedly attempting to weaken or eliminate mandatory wage analysis laws.
By The Numbers
17.5%
Gender Pay Gap
55%
Direct Gender Discrimination
45%
Indirect Discrimination
They Said
"Although pay inequality persists, large companies are ignoring the basic provisions of the Equality Act."