FFBB Demonstrates Strong Commitment to Equal Opportunity

The French Basketball Federation (FFBB) achieved a score of 90 out of 100 on the 2025 professional equality index, signaling significant progress in gender equality within the organization. This index, mandated by French law, evaluates gaps in pay and opportunities between women and men.

Legal Framework and Index Criteria

The calculation and publication of this index are required for all companies with more than 50 employees, as outlined in Law No. 2018-771 of September 5, 2018. The index is based on four key criteria, each contributing to the overall score.

• Pay Gaps: Analysis of average pay for women compared to men, segmented by age group and equivalent positions.
• Individual Increase Rates: Comparison of salary increases between women and men, excluding promotions.
• Post-Maternity Leave Raises: Percentage of employees receiving raises after returning from maternity leave.
• Representation in Top Positions: Number of employees of the under-represented sex among the ten highest-paid individuals.

Detailed Breakdown of the FFBB Score

The FFBB’s performance across the four criteria is as follows:

• Criterion 1 – Pay Gaps: 40/40
• Criterion 2 – Differences in Individual Increase Rates: 25/35
• Criterion 3 – Percentage of Employees Receiving Raises After Maternity Leave: 15/15
• Criterion 4 – Representation of Under-Represented Sex Among Top Earners: 10/10

The Importance of the Index

This approach aims to reduce, and ultimately eliminate, the salary gaps between women and men within professional structures. The index serves as a transparent measure of progress and accountability in achieving gender equality.