International Standards on Gender Mainstreaming: An Analysis of Nigeria’s Compliance.
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2024
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Published by the National Institute for Leg- islative and Democratic Studies, National Assembly, Abuja.
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The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) in 1948, gave rise to the substantial
attention given to gender equality as a critical component of human rights and social justice.
In pursuit of gender equality in the global space, examining disparities and successes among
jurisdictions will shed light on the multifaceted challenges and opportunities in achieving true
gender parity. In Nigeria for instance, while significant progress has been made to prioritise
gender equality through the signing of treaties and domestication of legal instruments,
challenges persist in realising gender equality in strategic sectors such as employment,
education, healthcare, and politics. This emphasises the need for carefully thought-out
interventions to address systemic gender inequalities in Nigeria. Using an interdisciplinary
approach, this paper critically analyses the extent to which gender considerations have been
mainstreamed into legislation and policies of government in Nigeria. The paper aims to identify
key strategies and best practices from some selected jurisdictions that can inform Nigeria's
efforts to accelerate progress towards gender parity. The analysis will draw upon case studies
and empirical data from cross-country experiences to provide a comprehensive understanding
of the opportunities and challenges faced in Nigeria in promoting gender equality within its
respective socio-economic contexts. By learning and leveraging international best practices,
Nigeria can overcome systemic barriers and create an inclusive society where women and girls
enjoy equal rights and opportunities.
Keywords: Gender equality, gender mainstreaming, compliance, international standards,
gender parity, social justice
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Gender equality, gender mainstreaming, compliance, international standards, gender parity, social justice