Why is the wage gap for Latinas still so wide, even for those with Master’s degrees? This week, we sit down with Karla Pineda, Executive Director of the Labor Council for Latin American Advancement (LCLAA), to dismantle the myths surrounding pay equity.In this episode, we discuss:

• The Education Paradox: Why higher education isn't shielding Latinas from earning less than their peers.
• The Power of Unions: How union membership can increase a Latina’s salary by a staggering 40% while providing protection against harassment.
• The "150-Year" Warning: A look at the current trajectory of pay equity and why legislative tools like the FAMILY Act are non-negotiable for progress.
• Negotiation as a Foundation: Karla shares why your first salary negotiation sets the stage for your entire career and how to "talk about your wins" without fear.
• The Value of Bilingualism: Why corporations need to stop overlooking the cultural and linguistic assets Latinas bring to the table.

About Our Guest: Karla Pineda is the Executive Director of the Labor Council for Latin American Advancement (LCLAA) and a proud Salvadoran advocate with over 20 years of experience empowering Latino workers. A driving force in national labor initiatives, Karla leads LCLAA’s Latina Equal Pay Campaign, working tirelessly to close the wage gap and address economic inequities. She is a dedicated mentor who believes that when Latina and Latino workers are empowered through inclusive organizing and civic engagement, entire communities thrive.