We're responsible for ensuring that gender considerations are integrated into government policy-making, legislation and program development. We offer a range of public education materials on gender equality, health and violence prevention. We also provide funding support to groups and initiatives that enhance gender equality and security. We work closely with a network of gender equality seeking groups and non-government organizations and agencies throughout Yukon for ensuring that equality concerns are brought forward.
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Latest news
Legislation to ban conversion therapy tabled
March 12, 2020
Minister Jeanie Dendys tabled legislation to ban conversion therapy in Yukon.
Sexualized Assault Response Team implemented
March 6, 2020
Yukon’s Sexualized Assault Response Team began implementation today.
Four Yukon-based organizations receive funding to prevent violence against Indigenous women and girls
November 1, 2019
Funding has been provided to four Yukon-based projects to prevent and address violence against Indigenous women and girls.
The Government of Yukon is working to improve services to LGBTQ2S+ communities
May 16, 2019
Minister responsible
Hon. Jeanie Dendys
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Email:
jeanie.dendys@gov.yk.ca
Phone number:
867-393-7494
Fax number:
867-393-7135
The Women's 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:
breagha.fraser@gov.yk.ca
Phone number:
867-667-8675
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