Online сourse “The power of equal opportunities: WEPs in practice”: when gender equality becomes a strategy

UN Women Ukraine, together with the partners, has launched a new online course titled “The power of equal opportunities: WEPs in practice” within its Empowering women in business initiative. This training is for those who aim to build inclusive environments, implement gender equality in practice, and foster a new corporate and societal culture.

This course is more than just information. It offers tools, real-life examples, strategic solutions, and inspiration for action.

Who is this course for?

The course is designed for:

• Representatives of the private sector: companies striving to develop responsible business practices.
• Members of business associations that support the implementation of equality principles within their communities.
• Gender trainers seeking updated knowledge and practical case studies.
• Representatives of civil society organizations working in sustainable development, human rights, and gender equality.
• All interested members of civil society who want to deepen their understanding of gender equality and apply it in practice.

What are the WEPs?

The Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) represent a framework for measurement, strategy, and action:

• Gender audits and monitoring.
• Progress tracking.
• Policy development.
• Transparent internal communication.

What will you gain from this course?

• Video lectures by Ukrainian gender experts.
• Real case studies from WEPs signatory companies.
• Explanations of equality-related legislation.
• Practical templates and tools you can start using today.

Why is this important?

Business and society today cannot ignore the demand for change. Gender equality is not only a value but also a competitive advantage. This course is for those who not only want to meet today’s standards but also help shape the future.

How to join?

The course is available online for free at the following link.

The online course “The power of equal opportunities: WEPs in practice” was developed within the Empowering women in business initiative, implemented by the NGO Ukrainian Investment and Trade Facilitation Centre within the UN Women’s project “Transformative approaches to achieving gender equality in Ukraine,” with financial support from Sweden and in cooperation with the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration.