RUWA-GHANA GENDER EQUALITY AND INCLUSION POLICY

ADOPTED: JANUARY, 2022

1. Introduction

RUWA-Ghana is committed to achieving gender equality, promoting gender justice, and fostering an inclusive society. This policy outlines our commitment to confronting and challenging discrimination and human rights violations based on gender, including gender-based violence, and other forms of exclusion.

2. Objectives

To guide our efforts towards gender equality and inclusion, we have set the following objectives:

• Promote Gender Equality: Ensure equal opportunities and treatment for all genders in all aspects of our work.

• Support Girls’ Rights: Focus on the rights of girls, recognizing the unique challenges they face.

• Foster Inclusion: Create an inclusive environment that respects and values diversity.

3. Principles

Our principles provide the foundation for our approach to gender equality and inclusion:

• Non-Discrimination: Prohibit discrimination based on gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, and other identities.

• Gender Mainstreaming: Integrate gender perspectives into all policies, programs, and activities.

• Empowerment: Empower women and girls to participate fully in social, economic, and political life.

4. Implementation

To effectively implement our gender equality and inclusion policy, we will focus on the following areas:

• Organizational Culture: Foster a culture that embraces gender equality and inclusion, supporting staff to adopt good practices and positive attitudes.

• Capacity Building: Provide training and resources to staff and partners to enhance their understanding and implementation of gender equality principles.

• Monitoring and Evaluation: Regularly assess and report on the progress of gender equality initiatives.

5. Accountability

Ensuring accountability is crucial for the success of our gender equality and inclusion efforts:

• Leadership Commitment: Ensure leadership at all levels is committed to and accountable for promoting gender equality.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with stakeholders, including beneficiaries, partners, and communities, to promote gender equality and inclusion.

• Transparency: Maintain transparency in our efforts and progress towards achieving gender equality.

6. Conclusion

RUWA-Ghana is dedicated to creating a just and inclusive society where everyone, regardless of gender, can thrive. This policy serves as a guide to ensure that our commitment to gender equality and inclusion is reflected in all our work.