IWD: Jonathan Foundation Calls For Gender Equality, Inclusive Governance

• Goodluck Jonathan Foundation has called for gender equality, inclusive governance

• The foundation said gender equality is an important democratic right that is essential in building an inclusive society and addressing many of our challenges

EKO HOT BLOG reports that Goodluck Jonathan Foundation has called for gender equality and inclusive governance, as the world celebrates the 2022 International Women’s Day.

The Foundation called on government and policymakers to work towards addressing all structural biases against women in the society.

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This was made known by a statement issued on Tuesday, by the GJF Communications Officer, Wealth Ominabo, to mark the event.

The statement quoted the Executive Director, Ann Iyonu, as saying that this would create safe spaces for women to contribute effectively to nation building.

According to Iyonu, priority should be given to gender equality and inclusive governance in order to build a democratic, peaceful and sustainable country.

She said, “gender equality is not just about women’s rights, but it is about justice, fairness, inclusive and accountable governance.”

The statement read, “On International Women’s Day 2022, the Goodluck Jonathan Foundation (GJF) celebrates the Nigerian women and others across Africa for their contributions to peace, prosperity and sustainable development.

“This year’s theme, ‘Gender equality today for sustainable tomorrow’ is a call to action on all citizens, especially governments and policymakers to #breakthebias against women in our society.

“Gender equality is an important democratic right that is essential in building an inclusive society and addressing many of our challenges. Gender equality is not just about women’s rights, it is about justice, fairness, inclusive and accountable governance.

“We, therefore, lend our voice to those of other women calling for the prioritisation of women’s rights in the ongoing constitutional amendment process in Nigeria.

“Breaking all structural biases against women will create a safe space for women and girls to contribute more effectively towards the advancement of our society. This is the path towards securing a sustainable future for us and the upcoming generation.”

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