Gender and Infrastructure Toolkit

Organization

International Finance Corporation (IFC)

Type(s) of Tool

GuidelinesOperationalize sustainability principles, less specific than Benchmarks or Rating Systems., Project Preparation ToolsHelp public authorities manage sustainable project preparation processes., Impact AssessmentsEvaluate the impacts of assets or policies on the environment and local livelihoods.

Sector(s)

Urban Planning, Natural Infrastructure, Energy, Transportation, Waste, Water and Sanitation, Food Systems, Health, ICT/Digital, Buildings, Tools applicable to all sectors

Lifecycle Phase(s)

Project PlanningGeneral strategy for a project’s delivery is developed., Concept DesignTechnical experts broadly outline the project’s basic characteristics., ProcurementThe provision of goods and services to realize a project are tendered and closed., ConstructionThe asset is constructed in line with design, budget and timeline., Operation and MaintenanceInfrastructure assets are managed and maintained during their use time.

Open Source

Yes

Language Availability

English

Country of Origin

USA

Date of Development

2023

Version

1

Description

The Gender and Infrastructure Toolkit is a comprehensive, modular, and interactive resource to empower companies in addressing gender disparities in their workforces, supply chains, and community engagement activities. At a time when diversity and inclusion are more important than ever, this toolkit includes business cases for mining, water, energy, transport, & cities; 64 practical tools on gender-inclusivity in workforce, supply-chain, community engagement; Guidance on addressing gender-based violence and harassment across all themes and sectors, and Report builder to customize and build your own toolkit

Tool Outcome

This set of tools enable the users to define the practical steps that companies can take to make their businesses more gender-inclusive and achieve measurable results.

Users can build their customized toolkit to suit their specific needs and context.

Sustainability Criteria

This set of tools integrate four different topics:
– Increasing gender diversity and inclusion from the workforce to the boardroom
– Women-owned businesses and the supply chain
– Women and community engagement
– Addressing GBVH and building respectful workplaces

Themes

Gender

Link to Product

https://commdev.org/infra-gender-toolkit/tool-suite-1/#

Case Studies

https://commdev.org/infra-gender-toolkit/tool-suite-1/#

Contact Information

https://commdev.org/contact/