The government is committed to advancing gender equality as a national priority and is taking a whole-of-government approach.
Gender equality brings with it opportunities for women and men to thrive, making our economy stronger, more inclusive and more sustainable.
The Office for Women is dedicated to providing quality gender advice and delivering effective policies and programs for the Minister for Women and the Prime Minister.
Including Gender: An APS Guide to Gender Analysis and Gender Impact Assessment, 2024-25 Budget Process
Gender analysis is required for all New Policy Proposals (NPPs) and Cabinet Submissions. Including Gender: An APS Guide to Gender Analysis and Gender Impact Assessment is a resource to support policy makers to meet this requirement.
Latest news
Gender Balance on Australian Government Boards – 2023-24 Annual Report
Australia at the Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on the Beijing+30 Review
Programs and initiatives
National strategy to achieve gender equality
Gender equality is at the heart of the Australian Government’s shared vision for a better future.
Women’s Economic Equality Taskforce
The Women's Economic Equality Taskforce, established in September 2022, provides independent advice to Government on a wide range of women’s economic equality issues.
Women's Leadership and Development Program