Foundations for a fairer future
Developing the careers of female barristers through fairer work distribution and reducing the gender income gap – Amanda Pinto KC and Selena Jones distill the six key building blocks emerging from an ICAW event.
ICAW (Inns of Court Alliance for Women) was set up in early 2022 by the four Inns to support women barristers in the development of their careers. It builds on the work of the Temple Women’s Forum and provides events, practical help and an online resource library.
Female barristers earn on average just over half (52%) of what male barristers take home.* Despite entering the profession at a similar rate to men, women’s progress is much less certain. Add in race or other intersectionalities, and the picture is even worse.
Selena Jones has co-written an article for Counsel Magazine with Amanda Pinto KC.
Please read the full article here.