About our system
Gender Equality and Diversity are fundamental rights and are prerequisites for achieving sustainable development and growth. Evidence shows that promoting gender equality fosters social and economic development and contributes to improving the overall outcomes and sustainability of activities.
The Kuli System provides a tool that allows users to share their experience while recognizing the effort of organizations for a more equal and sustainable society.
Employment and compensation
The gender pay gap is the difference in men's and women's average earnings. It is the result of a variety of forms of gender discrimination in the workplace, intentional and unintentional. These include discrimination in hiring, promotion and pay. The gender pay gap exists, partly, because many women are still segregated into lower paying jobs or are paid less than their male colleagues, even for the same type of job.
Organizations that earned this badge are aware of this and promote an "equal pay for work of equal value" policy.
Work life balance and career development
It's been found that the lack of flexibility can impact negatively the career development of employees. This is particularly true for women with children who pursue a career. Organizations are also impacted by the loss of valuable talent, and continuity in projects. Flexible work policies include flexible scheduling and flexible work location as well as the ability to take a temporary career break and then re-enter the workforce.
Organizations that earned this badge try to offer a flexible work environment and use it as a tool to promote career development and wellbeing.
Health, safety and freedom from violence
Some studies have revealed that investing in employee health reduces worker absenteeism, improves worker morale, and increases employee job commitment and productivity. It is often illegal to discriminate against employees based on their health status. It is important for organizations to understand and address the different types of needs, also from a gender perspective.
Organizations awarded with this badge have have a comprehensive view on the health of their members, which includes a gender perspective.
Governance and leadership
Studies have demonstrated a link between an organization’s performance and the level of diversity of its governing body. Organizations need to expand this process and ensure that both women and men are represented at key positions throughout the administration. Having a gender balanced senior management also sends a strong message to employees, that the organization’s commitment to diversity is not just a marketing ploy, but an actual strategic corporate value.
Organizations awarded this badge have a strong Gender Equality and Diversity culture at every level, including their managerial and administrative positions.