… Traditionally, government policy and legislation have been viewed as gender-neutral and … inequalities in women’s and men’s economic, political and social position are not taken into consideration. That is why … women and men differently and they may even strengthen social, cultural or economic gender inequalities. If these …
… “Gender impact assessment can be applied to legislation, policy plans, policy programmes, budgets, concrete actions, … regarding their access and/or control of resources, their social position or the gender based social rules and norms. Consequently, all proposals/legal …
… Once the law, policy or programme has been contextualised, it is necessary … of resources. Consequently, it has an impact on the social situation or position of women and men, by either … users, etc.) as ultimate beneficiaries. Even though the policy is not directly targeted at them, they can be affected …
… specific expertise is required. Expertise specific to the policy area and gender expertise are prerequisites for … an accurate analysis and for developing adequate policy responses. If required gender expertise is not … by a wide range of officials and oversimplifying complex social and economic issues. Stakeholders Consulting …
… of potential consequences of regulatory projects in the social, economic and environment fields as well as on public … on citizens, businesses and non-profit organisations; The policy coherence test for development; The SME test, which … impact assessment report on projects of regulations for policy areas covered under its authority. They can also …
… assessment as a continuous process embedded in the law and policy preparation, rather than a separate exercise for … by public servants in charge of drafting a law or policy. Consultancy with experts and stakeholders during the … for legislative drafting under the section ‘other social impacts’. Download PDF (5 MB) Furthermore, the …