Assessment of Sectoral Gender Policy Implementation and Next Steps Defined

The Gender Sector Council of the Ministry of Family, Labour and Social Protection convened for a meeting to assess the progress of gender equality initiatives and define the next stages of policy development.

In 2024, The Gender Sector Council, which oversees the implementation of sectoral gender policies, was restricted to include 21 members. The updated council comprises the Ministry department directors, agency heads, and representatives of the non-governmental organizations (NGO).

During today’s meeting, the council reviewed the implementation of the gender equality policy, discussed upcoming actions, and deliberated on the draft plan for the next six years. The Ministry of Family, Labour and Social Protection is responsible for 27 of the 53 actions outlined in the second goal of the Gender Equality Strategy Action Plan, which was approved by the National Gender Commission.

 The State Secretary of the Ministry of Family, Labour and Social Protection and Chairperson of the Gender Sector Council issued the following directives:

• Prepare a comprehensive report on the implementation of sectoral gender policies, including monitoring, evaluation, and assessments.

• Develop the next phase of sectoral policy based on the findings and recommendations of the assessment.

• Conduct a mid-term evaluation of the strategy and action plan in 2026 to ensure that action items are incorporated into the 2025 plan, and engage with gender specialists.

• At the next meeting, present the United Nations’ recommendations regarding the implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women for the Ministry of Family, Labour and Social Protection and other Gender Equality Centers.

• Integrate the goals and activities outlined in the approved gender equality strategies and policies into the 2025 plan and ensure their implementation.