Iceland's Journey to Gender Equality

Iceland, known for its stunning landscapes, is also a leader in gender equality. Since 1975, when women went on strike to protest wage inequality, Iceland has made significant strides. The country established gender equality laws and elected the world's first female president. Despite progress, pay gaps persisted, leading to further strikes. In 2018, Iceland became the first country to mandate equal pay by law, requiring companies to prove compliance. Iceland continues to serve as a global role model in gender equality.

What is Iceland globally recognized for in terms of gender equality?

• Having the largest female workforce

• Being the first country to allow women to vote

• Having the most female politicians

• Ranking number one on the Global Gender Gap Index

What significant event took place on October 24, 1975, in Iceland?

• A nationwide women's strike for gender equality

• The introduction of equal pay legislation

• The opening of the first women's university

• The first female president was elected

What was the immediate impact of the Women's Day Off protest in Iceland?

• Closure of all schools permanently

• Introduction of new taxes

• A complete standstill in the country

• Increased male employment

What was established in Iceland following the 1975 protest?

• The Gender Equality Council

• A national holiday for women

• A new political party

• A women's university

Who was elected in Iceland in 1980, marking a significant achievement for gender equality?

• The first female CEO of a major company

• The first female prime minister

• The first female president of a democratic country

• The first female mayor

What did Icelandic women do on the 30th anniversary of the Women's Day Off?

• Started a new political movement

• Left work early to protest the pay gap

• Opened a women's rights museum

• Organized a nationwide festival

In 2016, at what time did Icelandic women leave work to protest the pay gap?

• 1:00 PM

• 2:38 PM

• 3:00 PM

• 4:00 PM

What groundbreaking law did Iceland introduce in 2018?

• Legal requirement for equal pay between genders

• Compulsory gender studies in schools

• Mandatory female representation in parliament

• Free childcare for all families

What must companies in Iceland do to comply with the 2018 equal pay law?

• Donate to women's rights organizations

• Obtain a certificate proving adherence to equal pay policies

• Provide free training for female employees

• Hire an equal number of men and women

What is Iceland's ongoing goal regarding gender equality?

• To become the first country with a female majority in government

• To eliminate gender discrimination and ensure equal treatment for all

• To provide free education for women

• To have the highest number of female CEOs