Gender Policy
Introduction and Purpose:
GRLO is committed to ensuring equal opportunities, rights, and access to resources for all individuals, regardless of their gender. Our Gender Policy aims to provide a framework for addressing gender inequality, promoting diversity and inclusivity, and creating a safe and supportive environment for all stakeholders.
Guiding Principles:
a- Non-discrimination: GRLO is committed to treating all individuals with respect and dignity, acknowledging and valuing diversity in all forms, and eliminating all forms of discrimination, including gender-based discrimination.
b- Equality: GRLO recognizes that gender inequality can result in discrimination, marginalization, and social exclusion, and as such is committed to promoting gender equality in all of its activities, practices, policies, and programs.
c- Empowerment: GRLO is committed to empowering all stakeholders to promote gender equality and to participate fully in the development, implementation, and evaluation of our Gender Policy.
d- Accountability: GRLO is committed to being accountable for all of its actions and the impact they have on gender equality and inclusion.
Policy Statement:
(a)- GRLO acknowledges that gender discrimination can occur in different forms and is committed to eliminating such discrimination, including gender-based violence, harassment, and institutionalized barriers.
(b)- GRLO is committed to promoting gender equality and inclusivity in all of its activities, including recruitment, training, promotion, and decision-making.
(c)- GRLO will ensure that all individuals, regardless of gender, have equal access to resources, opportunities, and services within the organization.
(d)- GRLO is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for all individuals, including addressing any violations of this policy and providing appropriate support and resources to those who may experience gender-based violence, harassment, or discrimination.
(e)- GRLO will ensure that gender is taken into account in all aspects of its work to address different needs and priorities.
(f)- GRLO will promote gender equality and diversity in partnerships and collaborations with external partners.
(g)- GRLO will review and evaluate this Gender Policy regularly to ensure it remains relevant and effective in addressing gender inequality and fostering diversity and inclusivity.
Responsibility:
(a)- GRLO leadership team will be responsible for the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of this Gender Policy.
(b)- All employees, volunteers, and partners of GRLO are responsible for adhering to this policy, promoting gender equality and inclusivity, and reporting any violations of this policy to the relevant authorities.
(c)- GRLO will provide regular training and capacity building opportunities for all stakeholders to promote gender equality and inclusivity.
Conclusion:
GRLO is committed to promoting gender equality, inclusivity, and diversity in all of its activities, reflecting its values, principles, and mission. This Gender Policy provides guidance and a framework for the organization to implement gender-sensitive practices and ensure a safe, supportive, and equitable environment for all stakeholders.
