<human>:  What are the causes of the inequality between men and women?
<bot>: One of the primary causes of inequality between men and women is the lack of equal access to education, particularly among girls and women in developing countries. Additionally, gender roles and stereotypes play an important role in perpetuating inequality because they suggest certain predetermined paths and roles for women that can limit their access to economic opportunities, political participation and other forms of empowerment. Additionally, sexism, both in the workplace and in wider society, can create disparities between men and women in terms of pay, recognition and other opportunities. Finally, access to financial resources, including access to appropriate technology and services, can be an important factor in closing the gender gap.