The purpose of this resource is to demonstrate the case for gender equality in procurement by increasing the understanding and awareness of the benefits of leveraging public sector procurement as a strategy to advance gender equality.
This resource will outline the key principles of gender equality in procurement and highlight the benefits for individuals and business. These principles are referred to, and drawn upon, throughout the suite of guidance resources to support gender procurement activities. This resource should therefore be used as a reference document to help understand the practical information contained in the guidance resources.
This resource is designed to be used by all WA public sector employees who have responsibility for the management of procurement policies and practices. This resource will also support participation in the WA pilot project which introduces gender equality questions into public sector procurement processes.
Other resources to support the WA public sector pilot are available on the website including a guide for suppliers which outlines the benefits of improving gender equality for businesses and organisations.
