On this date, President John F. Kennedy signed the Equal Pay Act, a landmark piece of legislation aimed at abolishing wage disparity based on sex. This act marked a significant step towards gender equality in the workplace.

Presented by Congresswoman Edith Green, the act was designed to address the gap between men’s and women’s earnings. It required equal pay for equal work, advancing the cause of women’s rights in employment.

What changes have you seen in workplace equality during your career?