Women are still paid less than men due to factors like gender discrimination, undervaluation of work typically done by women, and occupational segregation. Women are often concentrated in lower-paying jobs and face barriers to high-paying roles. Additionally, career interruptions for caregiving and lack of access to negotiation training contribute to the wage gap. Societal norms and biases also play a role in perpetuating unequal pay. Addressing these issues requires systemic changes and policies promoting equal pay for equal work.