2. THE CORPORATE BUSINESS COMMUNITY
Section 2.3a - Women in the Workforce
Principles
2.3a.P.1
The company values women as a vital group of employees who
have a significant contribution to make to the work of all
companies.
2.3a.P.2
The company is aware that the rights of women are often violated
by business policies and practices, which contribute to the
ëfeminization of povertyí and exacerbate gender
inequalities. It seeks to neutralize the impact of any such
policies or practices on their employees.
2.3a.P.3
The company ensures that there is equal remuneration for work
of equal value.
2.3a.P.4
The company ensures that the social and biological determinants
that affect women because of gender are addressed by appropriate
policies within the work place, including, but not limited
to, pregnancy leave, maternity leave, medical leave.
Criteria
2.3a.C.1
The company recognizes that there may be particular barriers
to the full participation of women and takes positive action
to diminish these barriers within the company.
2.3a.C.2
The company has in place a ranking of work situations to ensure
pay parity among workers.
2.3a.C.3
The company works to provide resources of social support to
enhance women's economic empowerment.
Bench Marks
2.3a.B.1
The company has in place effective and appropriate policies
and statements of equality of opportunity for women in the
workforce and these are monitored and maintained throughout
all levels of employment. These are available to all workers
in the languages of the workers.
2.3a.B.2
The company develops specific goals and measurable objectives
to provide women with true and equal participation in decision-making.
2.3a.B.3
The company provides adequate technical training, which contributes
to the advancement of all workers, especially women.
2.3a.B.4
The company has a policy of responding flexibly to the needs
of women regarding pregnancy and family care without detriment
to their employment. The company provides paid maternity and
paternity leave.
2.3a.B.5
The company encourages or participates in the creation of
childcare centres and centres for the elderly and persons
with disabilities where appropriate.