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Preparing Data for the French Gender Equality Index Report​

This comprehensive guide provides step-by-step guidance on preparing and reporting data for France's Gender Equality Index (Index de l'égalité professionnelle femmes-hommes), based on the French government's guidelines.

For comprehensive guidance, refer to the French government's official resource: Publish the index of professional equality before March 1

Who Needs to Report: French Gender Equality Index Requirements​

Employers with at least 50 employees are required to calculate and publish their Gender Equality Index annually. This obligation applies to both private and public sector organizations.

French Gender Equality Index Reporting Deadline​

The Gender Equality Index must be calculated and published each year by March 1.

What to Report: 5 Key Gender Equality Indicators​

The Gender Equality Index is scored out of 100 points and is based on the following indicators:

  1. Gender pay gap (40 points): Measures the average pay gap between women and men
  2. Difference in individual salary increases (20 points): Assesses disparities in salary increases between genders
  3. Gap in promotion rates (15 points): Evaluates differences in promotion rates between women and men
  4. Increases upon return from maternity leave (15 points): Checks if women received salary increases upon returning from maternity leave, provided increases occurred during their leave
  5. Gender distribution among top 10 highest salaries (10 points): Examines the representation of women among the ten highest-paid employees

Employers must also communicate details of these indicators to the Social and Economic Committee (CSE) and the Labor Inspectorate (DREETS).

How to Report: French Gender Equality Index Submission Process​

Employers must:

  1. Calculate the Index: Using the specified indicators, compute the overall score
  2. Publish the Results: Display the Index score prominently on the company's website in a visible and legible manner
  3. Submit to Authorities: Transmit the detailed results to the Ministry of Labor via the Egapro website

Penalties for Non-Compliance with French Gender Equality Index​

Failure to publish the Gender Equality Index in a visible and readable manner can result in a penalty of up to 1% of the company's annual payroll.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)​

What is the French Gender Equality Index deadline?​

The deadline is March 1 each year for all employers with 50+ employees.

How is the French Gender Equality Index calculated?​

The index uses 5 indicators: gender pay gap (40 points), salary increases (20 points), promotions (15 points), maternity leave increases (15 points), and top 10 salaries (10 points).

What happens if I miss the March 1 deadline?​

Failure to publish can result in penalties up to 1% of your annual payroll.

Do I need to report if I have 40 employees?​

No, the threshold is 50 employees. Companies with fewer than 50 employees are not required to report.

Where do I submit my French Gender Equality Index?​

Submit through the official Egapro website and publish on your company website.

Is the French Gender Equality Index mandatory for public sector?​

Yes, both private and public sector organizations with 50+ employees must comply.

For detailed information and updates, refer to the French government's official guidance: Publish the index of professional equality before March 1

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