Gender equality is a fundamental human right that is essential for building a just and equitable society. Unfortunately, women continue to face significant social, economic, and political barriers that prevent them from fully participating in society. Image Source An Article from Our American Contributor . In Canada, for example, women still earn just 84 cents for every dollar earned by men, and only 29% of Members of Parliament are women. Women are also disproportionately affected by gender-based violence, with one in three women in Canada experiencing some form of violence in their lifetime. It is clear that more work is needed to ensure that women are given equal rights and opportunities in all areas of society. Reads on to learn more about gender inequality, problems faced by women and legal protections available. You may want to take a look at the following articles to learn more about legal protections available to women in Ontario: - Family Status Discrimination - A Le...