At Ocean Community Challenge Associação, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment. Our Gender Equality Plan ensures equal opportunities and eliminates biases, integrating gender equality into all aspects of our work—leadership, recruitment, projects, and stakeholder engagement. Gender equality is a core principle guiding our decision-making and strategy.

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Objectives of the Gender Equality Plan

 

• Promote equal opportunities for all genders across all levels of the organization.

• Ensure gender-balanced leadership and participation in decision-making roles.

• Foster an inclusive organizational culture that embraces diversity and opposes all forms of gender-based discrimination.

• Provide gender-sensitive policies that cater to the needs of all staff members and stakeholders, including flexible working hours and family-friendly initiatives.
   

Gender Balance in Recruitment and Promotion

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• We commit to transparent recruitment processes that ensure equal opportunities for all genders.

• We aim for gender balance in hiring for senior leadership positions, project teams, and decision-making roles.

• We will monitor and review gender representation in our organization annually and take necessary corrective measures.
   

Training and Capacity Building

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• Regular gender equality and diversity training will be provided to all staff members to raise awareness and develop skills in identifying and addressing gender biases.

• Gender-sensitive leadership training will be offered to management and project leaders to encourage gender-inclusive decision-making.
   

Work-Life Balance and Family-Friendly Policies

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• We offer flexible working arrangements to support employees in balancing professional responsibilities with personal commitments.

• Family-friendly policies, including parental leave and caregiving support, are in place to support staff members of all genders.
   

Gender-Based Violence and Harassment

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• We have a zero-tolerance policy toward gender-based violence, harassment, and discrimination.

• Clear procedures are in place for reporting, investigating, and addressing any instances of harassment or discrimination in the workplace.
   

Monitoring and Evaluation

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• We will regularly collect and analyze gender-disaggregated data on recruitment, promotions, and participation in organizational activities.

• An annual report on the progress of our Gender Equality Plan will be published to ensure transparency and accountability.

• We will continuously improve our policies and initiatives based on the evaluation of our progress and feedback from staff and stakeholders.
   

External Collaboration and Awareness

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• We commit to promoting gender equality in our partnerships and collaborations, ensuring that our partners share our values of inclusivity and diversity.

• We actively participate in gender equality initiatives within the ocean innovation sector and beyond, contributing to broader societal change.