Tools for Mainstreaming Gender Gender Analysis Framework and Gender Planning Tools

1. Tools for Mainstreaming GenderGender Analysis Framework andGender Planning Tools Seminar on Moving to Gender-Based Analysis in Constructing Policy in Rwanda, September 2006 Dr Shirley Randell AM

2. Session Objectives • To describe a Gender Analysis Framework (GAF) and Gender Planning Tools (GPT) • To clarify basic concepts of the GAF and to introduce GPT • To explain the checklist for a GAF using gender equality questions • To allow participants hands on practice in using GPT SNV Rwanda

3. Contents • Background of GAF • Purpose of GPT • GAF and GPT developed by • For programs and projects • For Policies • Areas and Indicators of GAFs • Group work SNV Rwanda

4. GPT and its Purposes • GPT ensures incorporation of gender issues in policy planning process • It addresses gaps and promotes advancement for gender perspectives • Purposes of GPT used in Rwanda • Ensure that policy, programmes and projects will be in accordance with Constitution, laws and policies • Identify and address the needs and priorities of women and men SNV Rwanda

5. GPT and its Purposes (contd.) • Ensure equal ability of women and men to access and benefit from programme resources and services • Incorporate special measures to reduce inequalities and promote women’s advancement • Promote the involvement of women and men in decision making and implementation • Protect the human rights and security of women and men • Enable women and men to contribute fully to the economy and national development SNV Rwanda

6. Background of GAF SNV Rwanda

7. GAF • GAF is used to address gender inequalities in development interventions • A generic GAF can be used as a tool for assessing and designing development programs in the public sector • GAF lists areas where attention to gender equality is important and identifies a questions under each area SNV Rwanda

8. Framework for Analysis • GAF for assessing programs and projects • Eight areas of attention • GAF for assessing government policies • Nine areas of attention • Assessment using the 14 categories of National Policy for Advancement of Women SNV Rwanda

9. Framework for Analysis (contd.) • GAF for assessing programs and projects • Eight areas of analysis • Problem identification and project design • Participation • Benefit and Advancement • Reforms (legislative, policy and institutions), if applicable • Human rights and security • Linkages and networks, if applicable • Communication • Resource allocation SNV Rwanda

10. Framework for Analysis (contd.) • GAF for assessing Government policies • Nine areas of analysis • Problem identification • Vision • Objectives • Participation • Reforms • Human rights and security • Linkage and networks • Communication • Resources SNV Rwanda

11. Framework for Analysis (contd.) • Assessment using 14 categories of National Gender Policy based on Beijing PFA • Implementation of women's rights and basic freedoms • Elimination of all forms of discrimination against the girl-child • Elimination of all forms of oppression against women • Women's protection and voice in armed violence • Women (and girls) education and training • Women (and girls) participation in sports and culture SNV Rwanda

12. Framework for Analysis (contd.) • Ensure women's active and equal rights in all activities of national economy • alleviation of women's poverty • economic empowerment of women • employment of women • support services (childcare, care for the aged and disabled, etc..) • women and technology • food security SNV Rwanda

13. Framework for Analysis (contd.) • Political empowerment of women • Administrative empowerment of women • Health and nutrition • Housing and shelter • Women and the environment • Women and mass media • Specially distressed women SNV Rwanda

14. GAF for a Program • Problem Identification • What percentage of the target group are women and female children • Consultation with stakeholders • Perspective, needs and issues of women and men identified? • Constraints and opportunities for equal participation identified? SNV Rwanda

15. Participation • What is the sex disaggregated breakdown of women and men as project participants • In decision making bodies • In implementation process • As target group and recipients of benefits SNV Rwanda

16. Benefits and Advantages • Will women and men receive equal benefits in terms of basic needs, advancement and empowerment • Basis needs and services: food, water, housing, health services, education etc • Advancement and empowerment: employment, access and control of resources and technology, knowledge and information etc. SNV Rwanda

17. Human rights and security • Does the program contribute directly or indirectly to protecting human rights, workers’ rights and particularly the rights and safety of women and girl children? • Measures to reduce violence against women and increase safety? • Vulnerability of women identified? • Access to legal and other responsive services for exploited, vulnerable and victimized women and children SNV Rwanda

18. Communication • Does the project contribute to raising public and institutional awareness about gender equality issues • Image of positive, empowered women • Resource allocation • What percentage of total project budget is allocated to activities and inputs that will directly involve or benefit women SNV Rwanda