Pay inequity controversies cut across all disciplines and fields in higher education (Meara et al., 2020; Toutkoushian & Conley, 2005). Despite efforts to reduce the wage gap, gender wage inequities persist and continue to adversely affect women across various sectors (Katzeff, 2019; Schieder & Gould, 2016). Since passing the Equal Pay Act of 1963 (Equal Pay Act, 1963), numerous studies have been implemented to measure wage inequities that exist between men and women (American Association of University Women, n.d.-b; Barbezat, 2002; Blau & Kahn 2007; Daly et al., 2017; Institute for Women's Policy Research, 2020; Maloney & Dingell, 2022). These studies have also revealed that the gender pay gap is greater for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) women in the workforce and varies by educational level. Hence this dissertation in practice aimed to examine and understand the strategies and solutions utilized by BIPOC women (mediating factors) to overcome wage disparities (adversity), to achieve wage parity while working in higher education (positive outcomes). This study utilized a review of past and current literature and existing solutions to gain insight and provide practical recommendations for BIPOC women who strive to obtain wage parity. The research incorporated interviews with t12 BIPOC women working in positions of leadership within Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) Programs from different universities who satisfied the inclusion criteria. Drawing from the interview data and insights gained, this study proposed a set of practical recommendations and actionable strategies for The Educational Opportunity Fund Professional Association of New Jersey Executive Committee to dismantle these barriers, and foster a culture of inclusivity, and equity that empowers BIPOC women to thrive in academia. The most impactful finding of the study revealed that despite the interviewees' differing locations, the BIPOC women shared similar experiences at their institutions. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://bibliotheek.ehb.be:2222/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]