Leadership commitment statement adopted
Cardinia Shire Council has adopted a Gender Equality Leadership Commitment Statement, taking a strong stance towards promoting gender equality within our community and council.
“This public commitment is important. It signals we are taking this very seriously,” said Shire Mayor, Councillor Brett Owen.
“Council will not tolerate gender inequality within our community.”
The statement addresses unequal expectation, pressures and treatment based on gender in our community.
The statement outlines the vision that council wants everyone who lives, works and spends time in Cardinia Shire – regardless of their gender identity – to be treated with respect and fairness, to feel and be safe, and to have equal access to opportunities to reach their potential and pursue their dreams.
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