The Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) has taken a step forward in its commitment to gender equality with the launch of its revised Gender Policy.
The policy, developed in 2024, builds on a decade of progress since the first policy was introduced in 2015.
It aims to strengthen gender mainstreaming across the centre’s training, research, and operational structures, ensuring that KAIPTC remains a leader in promoting gender equality within the peace and security sector.
The launch event, held as part of International Women’s Day 2025 celebrations under the theme “Accelerate Action,” highlighted the need for urgency and decisive implementation in achieving gender equality.
Major General Richard Addo Gyane, the commandant of the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Center in an address emphasised that gender equality is not just about fairness but also about effectiveness. A gender-responsive institution, he noted, is stronger, more resilient, and more impactful.
He noted the revised Gender Policy is aligned with KAIPTC’s Strategic Objectives Plan for 2024 – 2028, which embeds gender as a core focus. The policy aims to close existing gaps and accelerate action for lasting change.
The commandant called on all staff to actively contribute to integrating gender considerations into policies, programmes, and workplace culture, emphasizing that the policy belongs to everyone and requires collective commitment for successful implementation.
Ahead of the policy launch, KAIPTC organized a two-week Gender Mainstreaming Training for its staff. Conducted in two phases, the training equipped participants with the knowledge and skills to integrate gender perspectives into their respective roles.
Additionally, the center has appointed Gender Focal Persons across departments to drive gender mainstreaming efforts, ensuring that gender equality remains a core objective of the institution.
The initiative was made possible with the generous support of the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA), a long-standing partner in advancing gender equality and women’s empowerment.
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By Napo Ali Fuseini
