Gender Equality In Hungarian Workplaces

Gender equality in the workplace refers to the fair and equal treatment of individuals of different genders in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, pay and job duties. Achieving gender equality is essential to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that supports all employees.
This article provides a snapshot of the current situation in Hungary and a summary of the legal regulations and the available enforcement options.

Statistics

Earnings are the most debated aspect of inequality between women and men in the workplace. Every year Eurostat publishes the latest statistics on the gender pay gap. In 2020, women's gross hourly earnings were 17.2% below those of men in Hungary.