Latina Equal Pay Day, observed this year on Wednesday, October 8, represents how far into the new year Latinas must work to earn what white, non-Hispanic men made in the previous year. According to the U.S. Census Bureau and National Women’s Law Center (NWLC), Latinas working full-time year-round earn just 57 cents for every dollar earned by white, non-Hispanic men. When part-time and seasonal workers are included, that figure drops to 52 cents.
Over a 40-year career, that gap adds up to a loss of more than $1.2 million in potential earnings per Latina worker. Beyond lost income, this inequity compounds over time — limiting access to homeownership, entrepreneurship, savings, and intergenerational wealth creation.
These disparities don’t just affect Latinas; they impact families, communities, and the overall U.S. economy. Closing the gap benefits everyone.
Action, Advocacy, and Community
Closing the Latina wealth gap takes more than awareness — it requires action, advocacy, and community. That’s what drives HispanicPro’s Uplift Latina: The 2025 Latina Equal Pay Day Forum, happening Wednesday, October 8 at Azul Chicago.
This signature event unites Latina professionals, advocates, and allies for an evening of meaningful dialogue and connection. Through dynamic discussion panels, attendees explore how mentorship, sponsorship, and allyship can accelerate career advancement and break systemic barriers that keep the pay gap in place.
When Latinas are empowered to lead, advocate, and lift others — workplaces become stronger, more inclusive, and more innovative.
Why Latinas — and Allies — Should Attend
For Latinas, this event is an opportunity to:
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Learn strategies to advocate for fair pay and career advancement.
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Connect with mentors and sponsors who can help elevate your professional path.
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Gain confidence, visibility, and community in your career journey.
For allies, it’s a chance to:
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Understand the challenges and opportunities impacting Latinas in the workplace.
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Learn how to use your influence to promote equity and inclusion.
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Build authentic connections with leaders driving change across industries.
Pay equity is not just a Latina issue — it’s a workplace imperative that shapes the health and competitiveness of every organization.
A Night of Inspiration, Networking, and Celebration
Beyond the panels, Uplift Latina is about connection and community. Join us for an inspiring evening that celebrates progress while fueling new opportunities for collaboration and mentorship.
The evening wraps up with a networking reception featuring Latin-inspired appetizers and cocktails at Azul Chicago — the perfect setting to meet new professionals, exchange ideas, and celebrate the collective power of Latinas and allies advancing together.
Come ready to network, connect, and be inspired.
Event Details
Uplift Latina: The 2025 Latina Equal Pay Day Forum
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Azul Chicago, 1177 N. Elston Ave., Chicago
Register Here: https://tinyurl.com/2025upliftlatinachi
Let’s close the gap — together.
Sources
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U.S. Census Bureau, Current Population Survey, 2023 Annual Social and Economic Supplement
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National Women’s Law Center (NWLC), The Wage Gap: The State of Latinas in the United States, 2024
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Economic Policy Institute (EPI), The Latina Pay Gap Persists, 2023
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LeanIn.org and McKinsey & Co., Women in the Workplace Report, 2024
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