Advancing Gender Equality in the Workplace

The Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) provide businesses with a comprehensive framework to promote gender equality across their workplaces, marketplaces, and communities. Developed by UN Women and the UN Global Compact, the WEPs are based on international labor and human rights standards, guiding businesses in fostering inclusive environments that empower women and drive sustainable economic growth.

Key Insights

  • 9,925 companies across 164 countries have participated in the WEPs Gender Gap Analysis Tool.
  • Advancing women's equality globally could add more than $12 trillion to global GDP.
  • Companies with diverse leadership teams often experience improved financial performance and increased innovation.

Who Is it For?

The Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) are ideal for:

  • Businesses of All Sizes: From multinational corporations to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), companies can adopt the WEPs to enhance gender-inclusive practices and policies.
  • Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs): NGOs can utilize the WEPs framework to advocate for and implement gender equality initiatives within their operations and outreach programs.
  • Academic Institutions: Universities and research organizations can apply the WEPs to foster inclusive educational environments and promote gender studies and research.
  • Business Associations and Chambers of Commerce: These entities can encourage member organizations to embrace the WEPs, facilitating widespread adoption of gender equality principles across industries.
  • Public Sector Entities: Government agencies and public institutions can integrate the WEPs into their policies and programs to lead by example in advancing women's empowerment.

How to Get Started?

1.

Commit to the WEPs:

Sign the WEPs CEO Statement of Support to demonstrate leadership commitment.

2.

Assess Your Progress:

Use the WEPs Gender Gap Analysis Tool to evaluate current gender equality initiatives.

3.

Implement Action Plans:

Develop and integrate gender-responsive policies and programs within your organization.

4.

Report and Improve:

Continuously track progress and refine strategies to achieve gender balance and inclusivity.

Next Step:

To engage with the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs), visit the official WEPs website and connect with your regional or local chapter.