International Equal Pay Day
International Equal Pay Day on 18 September calls for equal pay for work of equal value.
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OrganiserUnited Nations General Assembly
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Last checked19 October 2026
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About the day
The United Nations marks the day each year. The global gender pay gap is estimated at around 20 per cent, and the day supports efforts to close it.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday 18 September 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Monday 18 September 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Tuesday 18 September 2029 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
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