Women's Right to Equal Pay in the Mirror of Gender Justice with Emphasis on Iran's Legal System and International Documents

• Published in: زن در توسعه و سیاست Vol. 22; no. 2; pp. 511 - 538
• Main Authors: Elahe Marandi, Zahra Sadat Hejazi
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: Persian
• Published: Center for women's and family Studies ,University of Tehran 01-06-2024
• Subjects: equal pay; gender justice; international law & iran's legal system; labor law; women's pay
• ISSN: 2538-3124; 2538-3132
• DOI: 10.22059/jwdp.2024.374486.1008439

Considerable advancements have been achieved on an international level with regard to the promotion of women's rights and their equitable engagement in economic activities and the labour market. However, despite the widespread endorsement of equal pay for men and women by international authorities, its practical application has proven to be challenging. The United Nations has reported that an estimation places the global gender wage disparity at 20%. In addition to being a concern within the realm of gender justice, wage inequality has far-reaching implications for societies and their economies. Addressing this issue is a top priority for both the international community and developing nations. Given the significance of examining the status of the right to equal pay in both Iran and the international legal system, this study investigates the following question: “Are there suitable criteria for the right to equal pay in Iran's domestic law and the international legal system?” In providing an answer, legal documents and texts were consulted. The research findings suggest that the international legal system has made some progress in recognizing the right and establishing norms in this area; however, effective practical measures are necessary to achieve this equality. This right has been acknowledged in Iranian legislation through labor contract regulations and employment laws, and in certain instances, a guarantee of proper implementation has been established; however, deficiencies persist in this domain. Consequently, further endeavors appear imperative to advance the complete realization of this right.