Extension of the order of priority for financial aid to promote equality in the workplace
The Confederation supports projects that aim to promote true gender equality in the workplace and awards financial aid of around 4.5 million francs annually for this purpose. The Federal Department of Home Affairs (FDHA) has extended the order of priorities for the allocation of these funds until 31 December 2025.
The Federal Office for Gender Equality (FOGE) is responsible for awarding this financial aid. According to the order of priority established on 28 October 2020, the FOGE gives precedence to supporting projects that pursue one of the two following priorities:
- Offering products or services for enterprises, for example with the aim of achieving equal pay or promoting the balance between work and family life.
- Promoting equal participation of women and men in occupations and sectors where one gender is under-represented and in occupations with a shortage of skilled workers.
The order of priorities for the awarding of financial aid under the Gender Equality Act will remain in effect until 31 December 2025.
Learn more about financial aid for projects on gender equality in the workplace