The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has successfully renewed its EDGE Move Certification and attained the EDGEplus Certification for gender identity for the first time. These certifications underscore UNDP’s steadfast dedication to fostering an open, respectful, non-discriminatory, and inclusive work environment.
“Achieving EDGE Move Certification reflects our unwavering commitment to gender equality,” said Maria Teresa Lago, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Specialist at UNDP. “Our progress in maintaining a balanced and inclusive workplace is a testament to the dedication of our team, and our entire organization. We will continue to strive towards creating an environment where women, men and colleagues of all genders have equitable opportunities to succeed and contribute to our shared mission.“
Aniela Unguresan, EDGE Founder, also commended UNDP’s achievement: “Renewing the EDGE Move Certification is proof of your intentional and prioritized approach to creating a respectful and inclusive workplace. We applaud your leadership and commitment to gender equality, which is essential for the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. UNDP’s dedication to leading by example is commendable.“
UNDP’s Ongoing Commitment
UNDP remains steadfast in its commitment to gender equality as a fundamental human right and a prerequisite for sustainable development. Empowering women, and colleagues of all genders equitably and achieving gender equality are critical to realizing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, and UNDP is dedicated to leading by example both within its organization and beyond.
We congratulate UNDP for its EDGE Move and EDGEplus Certifications, and for its continued dedication to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.
