Latina Women's Equal Pay Day: Closing the Pay Gap

Plutus Awards Podcast

According to Forbes, "Latinas make just 53 cents for every dollar the average white, non-Hispanic man makes. Compare that to the 79 cents white women earn on average compared to white men, and the 63 cents that black women make. Latina women must work 305 extra days into the next calendar year just to earn what the average white man earns in a year."

Harlan Landes sits down with Daniella Flores, Athena Valentine, and Natalie Torres-Haddad to discuss Latina Women's Equal Pay Day and the Latina pay gap. They delve into why this day exists, the struggles of their community, and ways that we can all help to further the cause of equal pay for Latinas.

- What is Latina Women's Equal Pay Day and why it is not a day of celebration - How does being the family's caregiver affect forward progression in a career - Some resources available for Latinos that offer career development, scholarships, and/or mentorships - The struggles Latino families face due to the pandemic - Some helpful tips for negotiating pay