About CGE
The role of the CGE
The CGE is a constitutional entity, relied upon to ‘strengthen constitutional democracy’. The Constitution of South Africa, in creating a framework for a new society, has established a Bill of Rights in Chapter 2 of its first constitution of 1996.
This is premised on the desire for a free and equal society in all fundamental and material aspects of life.
The mandate
Our mandate is guided by the following Acts and International Instruments
- COMMISSION FOR GENDER EQUALITY (CGE) ACT 39 OF 1996
- PROMOTION OF EQUALITY & PREVENTION OF UNFAIR DISCRIMINATION ACT OF 2000
- (SADC) PROTOCOL ON GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT
- CONVENTION ON THE ELIMINATION OF DISCRIMINATION AGAINST WOMEN
- BEIJING PLATFORM FOR ACTION (BPA) 1995
Values and Ethics
CGE is guided by Values and Ethics listed below
Accountability
Honesty, transparency and efficiency through effective use of available resources and time.
Democratic principles
Commitment to justice and fairness.
Professionalism
Communicate, behave and execute duties in a manner that efficiently and effectively fulfils the mandate and plan of action, and enhances the positive image of the CGE.
Equality
Commitment to the principles that promote substantive equality.
Integrity
Loyalty and respect for the dignity of all. Commitment to the principles of the Constitution. Belief in oneself and others.
Empathy
Awareness of power relations and respect for human rights. The CGE conducts its relationships in an understanding, caring, supportive and non-judgmental manner.
Knowledge sharing
A spirit of reciprocity and mutual development and growth.
Identity
Acknowledgement of the individual and of cultural diversity of our society.