GENDER EQUITY GUIDELINES
PREAMBLE:
Ski Jumping Canada the governing body of the sport of Ski Jumping in Canada, is committed to promoting gender equity in the governance policies, programs and services of the Centres. While competency of Board, staff and providers is the key criteria, it is agreed that diversity of views leads to better decisions. As Board members and staff, we will offer our best efforts in support of these guidelines.
VISION:
To provide both genders with a full and equal range of opportunities to participate and lead within the membership of Ski Jumping Canada.
GOAL:
To achieve gender equity in the governance, administration, policies, programs and services of Ski Jumping Canada.
OBJECTIVES:
1. Ensure in the governance structure of Ski Jumping Canada equity of opportunity for both genders.
2. Produce all written and visual material in a gender inclusive manner portraying active, positive images of sport.
3. Develop, update and deliver all policies, programs and services ensuring the concerns and needs of both genders are identified, promoted and supported.
4. Provide opportunities for all staff to advance to senior decision-making levels and receive equitable remuneration.
5. Exercise influence with external agencies to encourage gender equity
6. Monitor and evaluate the status of gender equity within Ski Jumping Canada.
Objective #1:
Ensure in the governance structure of Ski Jumping Canada equity of opportunity for both genders.
a. For committees and boards with co-chair positions, each gender will be represented.
b. On the nominating and selection committees (i.e. hiring, board appointments), have gender equity as a stated value that is accepted and promoted. The committees will be comprised of no less than 40% of either gender.
Objective #2:
Produce all written and visual material in a gender inclusive manner portraying active, positive images of sport.
a. Ensure all Ski Jumping Canada written materials use gender inclusive language.
b. Develop a communications plan that gives media visibility to both genders including; athletes, coaches, events and sports.
c. Use gender appropriate language and positive active visuals in all publications, graphics, videos, posters and on the web site.
d. Provide gender equity guidelines and materials to educate member sports, athletes, coaches, service providers and volunteers.
e. Ensure both genders are visible as spokespersons for Ski Jumping Canada.
f. Ensure that all the Centre facilities have resource materials that reflect a balance of both genders in reading materials, displays of artwork and photographs etc.
Objective #3:
Develop, update and deliver all policies, programs and services ensuring the concerns and needs of both genders are identified, promoted and supported.
a. Ensure that each Centre has both male and female service providers available to both male and female athletes.
b. In all coaching programs and services, create special opportunities to advance the number and levels of women in coaching (e.g. mentoring and apprenticeship programs).
c. Develop policies and strategies for dealing with the special issues that surround the safety of athletes, coaches, service providers, staff and volunteers (e.g. choice of venues, scheduling of activities, etc.).
d. Promote scholarship, legacy and award programs equitably to both genders.
e. Promote gender equity success stories, good practices and new models within Ski Jumping Canada.
f. Develop athlete and coach transition programs to assist both genders in securing positions of influence within our Canadian sport system.
Objective #4:
Provide opportunities for all staff to advance to senior decision-making levels and receive equitable remuneration.
a. Ensure equal opportunities exist for all staff to receive professional development to move toward senior levels of decision making.
b. Respect and implement the principle of pay equity in relation to salaried and contract employees.
Objective #5:
Attempt to exercise influence with external agencies to encourage gender equity.
a. As requested, support Canada with its proactive support of women at the international level to increase women’s representation on National Olympic Committees and International Federations and create more opportunities for women at major international competitions as participants, coaches and leaders.
Objective #6:
Monitor and evaluate the status of gender equity within the Ski Jumping Canada.
a. Ski Jumping Canada shall continually monitor and evaluate its progress in the achievement of the vision, goals and objectives of gender equity.
b. When compiling statistics include information on gender breakdown.
