The process of achieving gender equality is paramount for women in different professions (Besthorn & McMillen, 2002). Women are still faced with the challenge of low wage rates in public and private sectors. Pay inequities exist with limited initiatives to break the glass ceiling for women in the economic industry. The issue of occupational segregation with unfavorable working conditions faces the female gender in many working environments. Legal initiatives have not proved to be effective strategies in dealing with the issue. Barnett & Hyde (2001) note that the dynamic nature of gender inequality in public welfare requires a comprehensive approach that takes into account all the factors at play.
