Support
Talk to Us
The National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) is a Constitutional Commission established by the National Gender and Equality Commission Act. CAP 7K pursuant to Articles 59 (4) & (5) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010. The Commission's mandate is to promote gender equality and freedom from discrimination for all people in Kenya with a focus on Special Interest Groups, which include women, children, youth, persons with disabilities (PWDs), older members of society, minorities and marginalized groups.
NGEC promotes gender equality and freedom from discrimination for all persons in Kenya with special focus on women, youth, persons with disabilities, children, older persons, minorities and marginalized communities. View all Mandate http://ngeckenya.org/our-mandate
NGEC was established under the National Gender and Equality Commission Act, 2011 pursuant to Article 59 of the Constitution of Kenya.
An inclusive society free from gender inequality and all forms of discrimination.
To promote and protect gender equality and freedom from discrimination for all persons in Kenya, especially Special Interest Groups.
Special Interest Groups include women, youth, persons with disabilities, children, older members of society, minorities and marginalized communities.
NGEC promotes equality through policy advice, research, monitoring compliance with laws, investigating discrimination complaints and public education.
Yes. Members of the public can submit complaints related to discrimination, inequality or violation of the rights of Special Interest Groups.
Complaints can be submitted through NGEC offices, the Commission website, email, or by visiting the nearest NGEC regional office.
Yes. NGEC investigates complaints related to gender inequality and discrimination and recommends appropriate action.
NGEC can investigate complaints and recommend corrective action or refer matters to relevant institutions or courts.
Gender mainstreaming is the process of integrating gender perspectives into policies, programmes and projects to ensure equitable benefits for all genders.
Gender mainstreaming ensures policies and programmes address the needs of both women and men and promote equality.
Yes. NGEC monitors government ministries, departments, agencies and county governments to ensure compliance with gender equality principles.
Yes. NGEC supports county governments to integrate equality and inclusion in county planning and development.
Affirmative action refers to policies designed to address historical inequalities and increase opportunities for disadvantaged groups.
Yes. NGEC advocates for policies that promote equal opportunities for marginalized groups.
Yes. NGEC conducts research and generates evidence to inform policy decisions on equality and inclusion.
Yes. NGEC publishes annual reports, research studies and policy briefs on equality and inclusion issues.
NGEC advises government institutions on laws, policies and programmes that promote equality and freedom from discrimination.
Yes. NGEC conducts civic education and public awareness campaigns to promote equality and non-discrimination.
NGEC advocates for accessible services, inclusive policies and equal opportunities for persons with disabilities.
NGEC promotes youth participation in governance, employment and development programmes.
NGEC advocates for gender equality, economic empowerment and equal representation for women.
NGEC advocates for child protection policies and equal access to education and social services.
NGEC advocates for the welfare, dignity and social protection of older members of society.
Yes. NGEC monitors employment practices to ensure fair treatment and equal opportunities.
Yes. NGEC monitors implementation of international treaties relating to equality and non-discrimination.
Article 27 of the Constitution guarantees equality and freedom from discrimination.
Yes. NGEC collaborates with government agencies, civil society and development partners.
Yes. NGOs and civil society organizations can partner with NGEC on equality initiatives.
Yes. NGEC provides training on gender mainstreaming and equality compliance.
Yes. NGEC monitors representation of women and other groups in public institutions.
It is a constitutional principle requiring that no more than two-thirds of members of elective or appointive bodies be of the same gender.
Yes. NGEC monitors compliance and provides advisory opinions on gender representation.
Yes. NGEC operates regional offices to improve access to services across Kenya.
Yes. Private institutions can collaborate with NGEC on equality initiatives.
Yes. NGEC collects and analyzes data to support evidence-based decision making.
NGEC ensures development policies include marginalized and vulnerable groups.
Yes. NGEC conducts gender and inclusion audits of institutions.
It is an assessment of whether institutions promote equality and inclusion.
NGEC provides recommendations for improving compliance with equality principles.
Yes. NGEC works with communities to promote awareness on equality rights.
Yes. NGEC advocates for inclusive laws and policies.
NGEC monitors gender equality and representation during electoral processes.
Yes. NGEC advocates for equal access to education for all groups.
Yes. NGEC advocates for development programmes that benefit marginalized communities.
Yes. NGEC promotes policies that protect minorities from discrimination.
Yes. The public can access information through NGEC communication channels.
Yes. NGEC organizes conferences, workshops and public forums on equality issues.
Yes. NGEC develops strategic plans to guide its programmes and operations.
It refers to research and data used to guide policy and decision making.
Yes. NGEC advocates for participation of all groups in leadership and governance.
Yes. NGEC works with the media to promote equality messages.
Yes. NGEC monitors public service delivery to ensure inclusivity.
Yes. Institutions can seek technical support from NGEC.
Yes. NGEC tracks representation of different groups in public appointments.
Discrimination refers to unfair treatment based on gender, disability, age, ethnicity or other protected characteristics.
NGEC advocates for policies and interventions that prevent and respond to gender-based violence.
Yes. NGEC promotes inclusive economic opportunities.
Yes. NGEC promotes policies that ensure equal participation in society.
Equality means that all individuals have equal rights, opportunities and protection under the law.
Yes. NGEC reviews budgets to ensure they support gender equality and inclusion.
Yes. NGEC provides advisory opinions to Parliament on equality-related legislation.
Yes. NGEC works with international partners on equality programmes.
Yes. NGEC provides recommendations to improve laws and policies.
Yes. NGEC conducts surveys to collect data on equality issues.
Yes. NGEC tracks indicators related to equality and inclusion.
NGEC supports achievement of SDGs related to gender equality and reduced inequalities.
Yes. NGEC offers guidance to institutions implementing equality programmes.
Yes. NGEC develops guidelines to support gender mainstreaming.
Yes. NGEC engages stakeholders to strengthen equality initiatives.
Yes. NGEC reviews proposed laws to ensure they promote equality.
Yes. NGEC tracks patterns of discrimination to inform policy responses.
Yes. NGEC works with institutions to ensure victims of discrimination receive redress.
Yes. NGEC conducts outreach programmes across the country.
Yes. NGEC advocates for increased participation of women in leadership.
Yes. NGEC advocates for inclusive employment opportunities.
Yes. NGEC advocates for equal access to education for all learners.
Yes. NGEC monitors access to healthcare services for marginalized groups.
Yes. NGEC advocates for equal access to housing opportunities.
Yes. NGEC supports policies that provide social protection to vulnerable groups.
Yes. NGEC trains institutions and communities on equality issues.
Yes. NGEC promotes youth involvement in decision-making processes.
Yes. NGEC encourages companies to adopt inclusive workplace practices.
Yes. NGEC advocates for development programmes targeting marginalized regions.
Yes. NGEC develops indicators to measure progress on equality.
Yes. NGEC ensures institutions remain accountable for equality commitments.
Yes. NGEC tracks enforcement of laws related to equality.
Yes. NGEC produces reports, policy briefs and research publications.
Yes. NGEC advocates for budgets that address needs of marginalized groups.
Yes. NGEC promotes accessibility and inclusion for persons with disabilities.
Yes. NGEC organizes forums to discuss equality challenges and solutions.
Yes. NGEC participates in international and national days promoting equality.
The public can follow NGEC through its website, publications and social media channels.
