Gender equality
Campaigning for gender equality empowers young people to create a fair and equitable world. By challenging stereotypes and advocating for gender parity, they can contribute to a society where everyone has equal opportunities.
Campaigning for gender equality empowers young people to create a fair and equitable world. By challenging stereotypes and advocating for gender parity, they can contribute to a society where everyone has equal opportunities.
The UK Parliament passed the Equality Act in 2010 which makes sex a protected characteristic, whilst also prohibiting sexual harassment and workplace discrimination. The Senedd is committed to gender equality in Wales, and advocates for an equal sharing of power, resources and influence for all women, men and non-binary people. The Welsh Government has created the Advanced Gender Equality in Wales Plan which sets out its priorities for the short and medium term.
You can become an ally for equal rights. Learn about the gender inequalities impacting our society and check yourself before sharing online content that reinforces issues such as gendered violence.
Marcus’s highest profile impact was influencing the UK Government to extend free school meals for children. He also raised the profile of the issue in the media and public leading to a national conversation about food poverty.
