Equitable Budgets in women and Children Initiatives
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Equitable Budgets on Women and Children Initiatives
Equitable budgeting refers to designing, planning, allocating, and monitoring public or organizational resources in a way that fairly meets the different needs of women, men, girls, and boys. It ensures that women and children — who often face high levels of vulnerability — receive targeted support and priority services.
Purpose of Equitable Budgets
To reduce inequalities affecting women and children.
To ensure public resources reach the most vulnerable groups.
To improve access to healthcare, education, protection, and economic opportunities.
To build inclusive communities where everyone benefits from development.
Focus Areas
A. Women-focused Initiatives
Economic empowerment (skills, livelihood support)
Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention & response
Reproductive health services
Leadership and participation of women in decision-making
Support for adolescent mothers and widows
B. Children-focused Initiatives
Education access (fees support, scholastic materials)
Nutrition and early childhood development
Child protection and prevention of abuse
Health and immunization
Programs for orphans, street children, and children with disabilities
Implementation Strategies
Conduct Gender and Child Impact Assessments.
Develop gender-responsive work plans.
Allocate specific budget lines for women and children’s activities.
Train staff and community leaders on equity-based planning.
Mainstream gender and child protection into all projects.
Monitor results using equity indicators (e.g., number of women supported, reduction in GBV cases, improved school attendance).