evaluates, through the WEP Gender Gap Analysis Tool, the following aspects among others:
Company’s commitment and support for women’s empowerment
Implementation of gender equality strategies
Non-discrimination and equal opportunities policies
Recruitment processes
Approach to non-discrimination and equal opportunity in professional development and promotion processes
Equal compensation between men and women
Support of paid maternity and paternity leave
Approach to accommodate the work/life balance of all employees
Work environment free of violence, harassment and sexual exploitation
Specific health, safety and hygiene needs of women in the workplace
Proactive steps to expand relationships with women-owned business in the value chain and in contracting relationships with vendors
Gender measures in the local communities in which the company operates
Approach to responsible marketing
Gender measures in the local communities in which the company operates
Gender approach in corporate social responsibility activities
Certification involves a process of on-going assessment.
quality seal involves different levels of commitment. Depending on the results of the evaluation, the company will be rated as “Beginner”, “Improver”, “Achiever” o “Leader”.
In addition to the evaluation of companies’ compliance with the WEPs, consultants will offer them advice on assessing each company’s strategic approach to gender equality, identifying gaps and opportunities for continuous improvement. ’s double role as evaluator and consultant is an essential aspect of our work.