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Gender Wealth Inequality

What is it?

Gender Wealth Inequality is the unequal ownership and accumulation of assets (land, property, savings, investments, inheritance, etc.) between men and women. It measures what people own, not just what they earn.

Why does it occur?

• Gender pay gap

• Career breaks for childcare and caregiving

• Lower female labour force participation

• Unequal inheritance and property rights

• Limited access to finance and credit

• Disproportionate unpaid care work

Impact:

• Higher economic dependence

• Greater risk of poverty (especially in old age)

• Lower financial security

• Reduced entrepreneurship

• Slower inclusive economic growth

Measures

• Equal inheritance and property rights

• Equal pay for equal work

• Better access to education, jobs, and finance

• Affordable childcare and parental leave

• Promote women’s asset ownership and financial literacy

Gender Pay Gap vs Gender Wealth Gap: