GENDER EQUALITY & SOCIAL INCLUSION

Advocating for Equal Representation in Governance

SAPST champions gender equality and social inclusion, empowering marginalized groups such as women, youth, and persons with disabilities to play a meaningful role in the legislative process.

Advancing Gender Equality and Social Justice in Legislation

Promoting gender equality and social inclusion is at the core of SAPST’s mission. We work to ensure that marginalized groups, including women, youth, and persons with disabilities, are represented in governance and that their voices shape the policies that affect their lives.

Through our advocacy programs, SAPST supports the formation of parliamentary caucuses dedicated to promoting the rights of marginalized communities. These caucuses work to advance legislative reforms that address gender disparities, protect vulnerable populations, and promote social justice. We also facilitate dialogues between MPs, civil society organizations, and community leaders to ensure that policies are inclusive and equitable.

Our Key Initiatives:

Supporting Parliamentary Caucuses:

SAPST helps establish and strengthen parliamentary caucuses focused on women, youth, and persons with disabilities, providing them with the tools and resources needed to advocate for inclusive policies.

Gender Equality Advocacy:

We work with MPs, civil society organizations, and advocacy groups to push for legislative reforms that promote gender equality and protect the rights of marginalized groups.

Social Inclusion Programs:

SAPST develops programs that support the inclusion of vulnerable populations in governance, ensuring that laws and policies reflect their needs.

Impact:

  • Played a key role in passing the Persons with Disabilities Bill, which strengthens protections for persons with disabilities and promotes inclusivity.
  • Supported the Women’s Caucus in advocating for gender-responsive budget statements, ensuring that national resources address the needs of women and girls.
  • Established a parliamentary Youth Caucus, providing young people with a platform to influence legislative reforms that affect their future.