SUBMISSION

Determination of Ghana’s Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality Rankings and Awards

Submission of Applications:

Companies interested in participating submit comprehensive applications detailing their gender equality initiatives. The application covers various aspects such as leadership commitment, workplace policies, diversity in leadership, community engagement, and innovative practices.
Rigorous Evaluation by Independent Panel:

An independent panel of experts, comprising gender equality advocates, industry professionals, and thought leaders, conducts a thorough evaluation of the submitted applications.
The panel assesses both quantitative and qualitative data, applying predefined evaluation criteria.
Quantitative and Qualitative Assessment:

Quantitative data includes measurable metrics, while qualitative data captures the depth and impact of gender equality initiatives within each organization.
The combined evaluation ensures a comprehensive and balanced assessment of each company’s commitment to gender equality.
CEO’s Confidence Index:

CEOs play a crucial role in influencing rankings through the newly introduced CEO’s Confidence Index.
CEOs complete a confidential online questionnaire expressing their commitment to gender equality and aligning their vision with the organization’s initiatives.
Weighted Scoring System:

A weighted scoring system is applied to the quantitative and qualitative data, as well as the CEO’s Confidence Index responses.
Each criterion contributes proportionally to the final scores, ensuring a fair and balanced evaluation.
Shortlisting Process:

Organizations demonstrating exemplary gender equality initiatives are shortlisted based on their overall scores.
Shortlisted companies exhibit outstanding performance across multiple criteria.
Site Visit and Stakeholder Interviews:

Shortlisted organizations undergo a comprehensive site visit, allowing the evaluation panel to gain firsthand insights into their workplace culture and practices.
Key stakeholders, including employees and leadership, participate in interviews to provide additional perspectives.
Validation by Independent Validator:

Fantein Research and Consulting Ltd, an independent and reputable firm, is appointed as the validator of all supporting documents submitted by participating companies.
Their role is crucial in ensuring the accuracy and authenticity of the information provided.
Final Ranking and Announcement:

The final rankings are determined based on the aggregated scores from the evaluation criteria, CEO’s Confidence Index, site visits, and validation.
The Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality are officially announced through a press release and on the awards website.
Continuous Improvement:

Feedback from each edition of the awards is carefully considered for continuous improvement.
The selection process is refined based on lessons learned, industry developments, and emerging best practices in gender equality.
The determination of Ghana’s Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality Rankings and Awards is a meticulous and transparent process, ensuring that recognized organizations truly exemplify a commitment to fostering gender equality in the workplace.