**Why Gender Equality Still Has 80 Years to Go—And How We Can Speed It Up** Despite major progress in education, politics, and the workplace, global gender equality remains far from reality. Experts estimate it could take another **80 years** to close the gap if current trends continue. Unequal pay, limited leadership opportunities, and cultural barriers still slow progress. But faster change is possible—through stronger policies, equal access to education, and empowering women in tech and leade