Gender Equity

Gender Equality

Gender Equality is when people of all genders have equal rights, responsibilities and opportunities. Equality can be described as sameness.

• For example: providing all people with a bike to ride regardless of their physique or ability.

Gender Equity

Gender equity is the fair treatment of women and men according to their respective needs. Equity is taking differences into account so that everyone has the same chance to succeed.

• For example: giving everyone a bike that is fit for them.

Gender equity is aiming for a level playing field. We need to have equity before we can have equality.

Gippsland Women’s Health is encouraging all partners across Gippsland to get involved this International Women’s Day (IWD) – March 8. This year the United Nation’s theme is ‘March Forward: It’s time to turn promises into progress’. IWD is a great opportunity to recognise women for their achievements and contributions as well as showcasing the amazing work that is happening in your community or workplace to advance gender equity.