Women's employment refers to the participation of women in the workforce, specifically in paid jobs. During WWII, there was a significant increase in women's employment due to the need for workers to support the war effort.
Related terms
Rosie the Riveter: Symbolic representation of women who worked in factories and shipyards during WWII.
Gender roles: Societal expectations and norms regarding behaviors and responsibilities assigned to men and women.
Equal Pay Act of 1963: Legislation that aimed to eliminate gender-based wage discrimination by ensuring equal pay for equal work.