Gender Equity

Gender equity has substantial ethical, social, and economic benefits to society. ANZCA recognises that fellows should have equal opportunity, irrespective of gender. The position statement outlines five focus areas:

• Inclusive and equitable culture
• Diverse and representative workforce
• Flexible and empowering workspace
• Attention to gaps
• Strategic and accountable leadership

Inequity

Inequity:

• Affects people of all genders
• Occurs due to interplay of may factors:
  • Cultural
    Gender stereotyping leading to:
    • Unintentional exclusion and loss of opportunities
    • Selection and advancement based on factors other than merit
  • Structural
    Governance processes that unintentionally discriminate based upon gender.
  • Behavioural
    Gender-based differences in behaviour predominantly disadvantage women.
  • Personal
  • Inertia
    Failure to act perpetuates inequality.
• Impact is cumulative

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References

1. ANZCA. Gender Equity Position Statement: Version 1. Feb 2019.