ODS 5 Gender Equality

Goal 5: Gender Equality
Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls

Sustainable Development Goal 5 (SDG 5) aims to achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls. This goal is crucial for creating a fair, inclusive, and sustainable world. At ISO, we are committed to supporting SDG 5 through our standards, which provide frameworks and solutions that promote equal opportunities, fair treatment, and women's empowerment across different sectors and organizations.

How ISO Standards Support SDG 5

ISO standards play a vital role in supporting SDG 5 by addressing key aspects of gender equality and women's empowerment. Our standards help organizations implement fair practices, promote equal opportunities, and create inclusive environments. Here are some of the relevant standards:

ISO 26000: Social Responsibility

• Provides guidance on how organizations can operate in a socially responsible way, including principles and practices related to gender equality.
• Helps organizations address gender discrimination and promote equal opportunities in the workplace.

ISO 30415: Human Resource Management — Diversity and Inclusion

• Provides guidelines for organizations to create and promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace, including strategies to address gender imbalances.
• Supports the creation of inclusive work environments that value and leverage diversity, including gender diversity.

Take Action: Implement ISO Standards to Support SDG 5

Interested in learning how your organization can contribute to achieving gender equality through the implementation of ISO standards? Visit our diversity and inclusion page to download the gender action plan . Together, we can work towards a more equitable world for all.