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Vanderbilt Law Discusses Gender Pay Gap Solutions

5/28/2025

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Vanderbilt Law welcomed Professor Stephanie Bornstein to address the gender pay gap in a lecture.
Women earn 83 cents for every dollar earned by men, resulting in a 17% pay gap.
Bornstein examined federal laws, including Title Seven of the Equal Pay Act, and state initiatives tackling the issue.
Key challenges include legal loopholes and enduring gender stereotypes that influence job roles.

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Story summary

Vanderbilt Law welcomed Professor Stephanie Bornstein to address the gender pay gap in a lecture.
Women earn 83 cents for every dollar earned by men, resulting in a 17% pay gap.
Bornstein examined federal laws, including Title Seven of the Equal Pay Act, and state initiatives tackling the issue.
Key challenges include legal loopholes and enduring gender stereotypes that influence job roles.