— PEOPLE
WANT TO HELP MAKE PAY GAPS PUBLIC
WHY DROP A BISCUIT IN THE TIN?
In New Zealand there’s still a gender pay gap. 5.2% for women. 12% for Maori wahine and 16% for Pacific women. Turns out the bill that could make pay more fair is in a biscuit tin at Parliament. So we thought we’d ask you to put your own biscuit in a tin.
HOW ELSE CAN YOU HELP?
Once your name’s in the tin, show your support by sharing on social media or host a Lift the Lid afternoon tea at your workplace. You can also sign up for our newsletter to stay informed on the Bill’s progress.
WHAT’S A PAY GAP?
The gender pay gap in New Zealand is 5.2%. For Māori wahine it is 12%, for Pacific women 16%.
WHY PAY GAP REPORTING?
Bringing in mandatory pay gap reporting decreases the pay gap. The EU and Australia have pay gap reporting already. It costs very little for businesses to implement. It’s not just women that benefit from pay gap reporting. There’s a boost to the economy and improved business morale and staff retention.
WHAT HAS THIS GOT TO DO WITH A BISCUIT TIN?
Members’ bills waiting to be made into law sit in a literal tin in Parliament.
