10 Principles for Gender Equity
Ensure that there are high-level corporate leaders for gender equality who develop a framework of effective policies focused on recruitment and retention.
Treat all women and men fairly in the hiring process and at work―respect and support human rights and nondiscrimination.
Demonstrate that there is equal pay for equivalent work irrespective of gender.
Promote gender balance at all levels of the organization.
Ensure the health, safety and well-being of all workers.
Promote education, training, professional development and mentoring for women to support their career advancement.
Promote women’s leadership and engagement in decision making.
Implement enterprise development, supply chain and marketing practices that empower women.
Promote equality through public outreach, community initiatives and positive role models.
Measure and publicly report periodically on progress to achieve gender equality to demonstrate improvements over time.
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Prepared by:
Dr. M.A. (Peggy) Smith, RPF (Ret), Professor Emerita, Lakehead University