The Women and Gender Equity Directorate is a Government of Yukon department that works to advance equitable economic, legal and social outcomes of all genders and sexual orientations. Our team also works to advance the integration of intersectional considerations throughout government. We do this by conducting research and analysis, leading inter-departmental projects, and providing financial support to organizations that advance equity of genders and sexual orientations.
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Statement on the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia from Deputy Premier and the Minister responsible for the Women and Gender Equity Directorate McLean and Minister of Health and Social Services McPhee
May 17, 2024
The Government of Yukon ministers issued a statement for the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia.
Statement from Deputy Premier McLean on observing Red Dress Day on May 5
May 3, 2024
Deputy Premier encourages Yukoners to observe Red Dress Day on Sunday, May 5th.
Statement from the Yukon Advisory Committee on MMIWG2S+ People on the coroner’s inquest
April 26, 2024
Yukon Advisory Committee on MMIWG2S+ acknowledges closing of Coroner’s Inquest.
The Government of Yukon is working to improve services to LGBTQ2S+ communities
January 27, 2022
Minister responsible
Jeanie McLean
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Email:
jeanie.mclean@yukon.ca
Phone number:
867-393-7492
Fax number :
867-393-7135
Women and Gender Equity Directorate provides support and public education on gender equality, health and gender based violence prevention. We work with gender equality seeking groups and non-government organizations to create a more inclusive Yukon.
Email:
wged@yukon.ca
Phone:
867-667-3030
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