scope note
| - Gender equality, equality between men and
women, entails the concept that all human
beings, both men and women, are free to
develop their personal abilities and make
choices without the limitations set by
stereotypes, rigid gender roles and
prejudices. Gender equality means that the
different behaviour, aspirations and needs of
women and men are considered, valued and
favoured equally. It does not mean that
women and men have to become the same,
but that their rights, responsibilities and
opportunities will not depend on whether
they are born male or female. Gender equity
means fairness of treatment for women and
men, according to their respective needs.
This may include equal treatment or
treatment that is different but which is
considered equivalent in terms of rights,
benefits, obligations and opportunities.
ABC Of Women Worker's Rights And
Gender Equality, ILO, Geneva, 2000, p.48. (en)
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