Gender Equality
The equality of women and men is a fundamental principle that continues to have far-reaching implications for Canadian society. There is a clear need to continue to work for the application of this principle in all aspects of social relations, including the family, the workplace, politics, and the organization of economic life.
The Office of Public Affairs works in partnership with a range of organizations, universities, and government agencies to foster a discourse about gender equality. Featured below is information about a number of recent projects and events.
Projects
Each section below highlights aspects of a number of projects advanced by the Office of Public Affairs, often in partnership with other organizations.
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The Role of Religion in Eradicating Violence Against Women
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Imagining a future of gender equality
Events
Each section below includes links to news articles about recent events attended by the Office of Public Affairs.
- News Article: "Canadian Bahá’ís join delegation to the 62nd UN Commission on the Status of Women”
- News Article: “Status of women addressed at UN, and in Canada”
- News Article: “Canadian Bahá’í Delegates at the Commission on the Status of Women”
- News Article: “Bahá’í delegates prepare for UN Commission on women”
Further Reading
More information about this area can be found in the Document Library