Vision & Mission

ABOUT NGEC

Vision & Mission

The National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) is mandated to promote and ensure gender equality, principles of equality and non-discrimination for all persons in Kenya as provided for in the Constitution of Kenya 2010 with a focus on the following Special Interest Groups (SIGs): women, persons with disability, children, youth, and older members of society, minority and marginalised groups.

Gender Equality Special Interest Groups Constitutional Mandate

Vision Statement

An inclusive society free from gender inequality and all forms of discrimination.

Our vision reflects our commitment to building a Kenya where every person, regardless of their background, enjoys equal rights and opportunities without any form of discrimination.

Mission Statement

To promote and protect gender equality and freedom from all forms of discrimination in Kenya, especially for Special Interest Groups through ensuring compliance with policies, laws and practice.

We are dedicated to creating an equitable society by safeguarding the rights of Special Interest Groups and ensuring compliance with constitutional provisions and relevant legislation.

Core Values

These values guide our work and interactions with all stakeholders:

Dignity

The Commission will treat all people with respect, compassion and empathy.

Equality

The Commission will promote inclusiveness, fairness and consideration for all.

Teamwork

The Commission will work collaboratively to achieve its goals.

Integrity

The Commission will exercise high standards of ethical behaviour at all times.

Inclusivity

The Commission will strive to engender diversity, equality and respect for all.

OUR COMMITMENT

Quality Policy Statement

The National Gender and Equality Commission is committed to providing quality service in: Compliance, Monitoring and Reporting, Investigations and Redress, Public Education and Mainstreaming of SIGs, Research and Knowledge Management and Institutional Capacity.

Customer Focus

In line with our mandate, we shall meet the needed expectations of Kenya Citizens through quality processes and we aim to understand our customers' challenges and identify their requirements.

Team Development

We provide services that meet our customers' needs, develop and equip a team of highly qualified individuals.

Quality Standards

We comply with quality management systems and ensure that objectives associated with this quality are implemented, monitored and reviewed regularly in accordance with our mandates and quality standards.