dpsastratframework2006-2015241120060.pdf

Summary

This Strategic Framework outlines South Africa’s ten-year plan to institutionalize gender equality and women's empowerment within the public service between 2006 and 2015. The document establishes a clear mandate for achieving 50% female representation in senior management while addressing systemic barriers like the "glass ceiling" and unequal access to resources. Beyond mere numerical targets, the initiative seeks to integrate gender mainstreaming into the core of government operations to improve service delivery for all citizens. It identifies critical societal challenges—including poverty, HIV/AIDS, and violence against women—as central priorities that require gender-sensitive policy interventions. By aligning with both national constitutional values and international human rights instruments, the framework serves as a comprehensive guide for transforming the state into a non-sexist and inclusive institution.