Pay inequality isn’t just a women’s issue, it’s a family issue and an economic issue. These lost wages mean women and their families have less money to support themselves, save and invest for the future as well as spend on goods and services. 

Paying your employees equitably is, put simply, the right thing to do – and it’s good for business. Research has shown that increasing diversity in business fosters innovation, improves the bottom line and helps with recruitment. 

In 2017, the Columbus Women’s Commission created the Columbus Commitment a voluntary, employer-led pledge to close the wage gap and achieve pay equity for working women. To-date, over 285 local employers have signed the pledge and are examining their practices to address equity. We are thrilled to reinvigorate this campaign during the month of International Women’s Day and Equal Pay Day.   

The pay equity campaign, 100 Adopters.100 Days. 100% Committed will run from March 25 through July 3rd. 

In this webinar, First Lady and Chair of the Columbus Women’s Commission, Shannon Ginther, will share about the Columbus Commitment and the short and long-term benefits of joining. A panel of commissioners and local employers will share best practices for building equitable and inclusive workplaces, and answer attendee questions. 

We invite employers to learn how to become one of the 100 new adopters in the next 100 days! 

Have questions before the webinar? Email Christina Ratleff at CLRatleff@columbus.gov.