Gender-Sensitive Parliaments
What is a gender-sensitive parliament?
A gender-sensitive parliament demonstrates a commitment to addressing the needs and concerns of all genders by integrating considerations of gender equality across its structures, operations, methods, and activities. It strives to remove barriers that hinder women's full participation in parliamentary processes, thereby setting a positive example for society as a whole.
What does The Smart Woman Consulting offer?
At The Smart Woman Consulting, we are committed to supporting parliaments in their journey towards becoming gender-sensitive and inclusive institutions.
1. Procedures and Processes Assessment
We conduct thorough assessments of parliamentary structures and processes to identify areas for improvement in gender sensitivity and inclusivity. Through detailed analysis, we provide actionable insights to enhance the effectiveness of parliamentary operations.
- Comprehensive reviews of parliamentary procedures and operations
- Identification of gaps and recommendations for improvement
- Development of actionable plans to enhance gender sensitivity
2. Gender Equality Training
Our tailored training sessions equip parliamentarians and staff with the knowledge and skills necessary to champion gender equality within legislative frameworks. We offer technical assistance to implement best practices and navigate challenges in integrating a gender lens into parliamentary work.
- Customizable training programs for parliamentarians and staff
- Workshops on best practices for promoting gender equality
- Ongoing support for implementing gender-sensitive practices
3. Gender Equality Oversight
We work closely with committees and women's caucuses on conducting oversight of the executive branch's gender equality commitments, evaluating existing policies through a gender-sensitive lens, identifying opportunities to enhance their impact on gender equality and social inclusion.
- Collaborative oversight with parliamentary committees and women’s caucuses
- Evaluation of executive branch policies for gender impact
- Identification of opportunities for policy improvement and social inclusion
4. Skills Advancement
We work closely with committees and women's caucuses on how to debate, improve, and pass legislation addressing gender inequalities.
- Skill-building sessions for effective legislative debate and policy-making
- Guidance on crafting and advancing gender equality legislation
- Support for developing strategies to address gender inequalities
5. Gender-Responsive Budgeting (GRB)
We develop frameworks for integrating gender equality into budgets, analyze existing budgets for gender impacts, recommend improvements, and offer training on GRB principles and practices.
- Development of frameworks for gender-responsive budgeting
- Creation of policy recommendations for equitable financial decisions
- Training on GRB methods and best practices
At The Smart Woman Consulting, we are committed to supporting parliaments in their journey towards becoming gender-sensitive and inclusive institutions.
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