Background
Tax policy plays a crucial role in shaping economic and social structures. However, taxation systems often exhibit implicit and explicit gender biases that contribute to economic inequality.
Gender-responsive tax policies can help address disparities in income, wealth, and economic opportunities by ensuring that fiscal measures promote fairness and inclusivity. This seminar seeks to explore the intersection of tax policy and gender equality, providing a platform for policymakers, tax experts, researchers, and civil society organizations to engage in discussions on how to reduce gender disparities and foster inclusive development as regards taxation and tax payments.
Objectives
The seminar aims to:
1. Examine gender biases in tax policies and their implications on income distribution and economic participation.
2. Highlight best practices in designing gender-responsive taxation systems from global and regional perspectives.
3. Discuss fiscal measures that promote gender equality, including progressive taxation, tax incentives for women-owned businesses, and targeted social spending.
4. Foster dialogue between policymakers, researchers, and civil society on actionable policy recommendations to integrate gender considerations into tax policy frameworks.
