Building inclusive societies in and through the media.
Free Press Unlimited believes that gender equality is central to achieving its overall long-term objective that media and journalists constitute a diverse and professional media landscape and function as change agents. As such, they contribute to the overall vision of a just, inclusive and peaceful society. Inclusive refers to men and women of all
ages and backgrounds.

Free Press Unlimited’s focus on equal access, opportunities and rights for men and women media practitioners is based on existing and persisting gaps and stereotypes in media and society that often benefit men over women. To contribute to bridging these gaps, Free Press Unlimited adopted the thematic area Gender & Media. Its vision of success is: ‘Media actively advocate for gender equality and work towards increased participation and decision making of women in and through the media.’ The Gender Equality Policy reinforces this commitment and outlines the organisation’s objectives and standards in relation to gender and the media. The objective of this policy is to promote gender equality in the programmes, in partnerships and cooperation with others, in the organisation itself and in external communication. This policy will be supported by a Gender Implementation Plan that will guide Free Press Unlimited in translating the policy into operational plans, instruments and tools linked to results and targets. All staff members are accountable for the implementation of the principles and standards presented in this policy. Free Press Unlimited commits to reviewing the