Differenza Donna APS has obtained the Gender Equality Certification issued by CSQA, a nationally accredited body, in compliance with the UNI/PdR 125:2022 practice.
Differenza Donna was born in Rome on March 6, 1989 with the aim of highlighting, understanding, fighting, preventing and overcoming gender violence.
Today Differenza Donna is a large association with hundreds of members and a wide range of initiatives aimed at modifying the traditional cultural perception towards the female gender and at seeking effective forms of intervention and overcoming the most widespread difficulties among women.
The certification obtained represents an institutional recognition of the association's ability to implement structured and measurable policies for the promotion of gender equality and for the mitigation of systemic discrimination in the workplace and social context.
"Being among the organizations certified for gender equality is not only a source of pride, but represents a significant responsibility .
This recognition confirms a methodical and continuous commitment to the consolidation of equality policies. We hope that this path can constitute a reference model for other realities, contributing to the diffusion of inclusive practices and the construction of fair and respectful work environments" – declared Elisa Ercoli, President of Differenza Donna.
With over three decades of experience in combating male violence against women, Differenza Donna has established itself as a point of reference for the development of integrated strategies aimed at protecting women's rights and promoting equity policies .
Obtaining the UNI/PdR 125:2022 certification not only represents an external validation of the actions undertaken, but also constitutes an opportunity to strengthen the evidence-based approach within the governance of the association.
“The adoption of certified tools such as UNI/PdR 125:2022 is essential to consolidate a systemic approach to gender equality, ensuring measurability, accountability and continuous improvement in the strategies adopted.
This certification attests to Differenza Donna's desire not to limit itself to programmatic statements, but to structure tangible and evaluable processes to impact equality policies, in the awareness that the creation of a more equal and inclusive society requires a joint and transversal commitment" – declared Maria Spiotta, Head of Training Area and Manager/Auditor for Gender Equality for Differenza Donna.
“Today Differenza Donna is a large association with hundreds of members and a wide range of initiatives aimed at changing the traditional cultural perception of the female gender and seeking effective forms of intervention and overcoming the most common difficulties among women – says Massimiliano Oro, Head of the CSQA Personal Services BU . "The projects active at national and international level demonstrate professionalism and sensitivity to the times of gender equality and inclusiveness.
Today they measure themselves with the UNI/PdR 125:2022 practice, aiming at continuous improvement of processes.
The audit conducted highlighted compliance with the expected qualitative and quantitative indicators.
Since 1989, the enthusiasm for planning, the management of reception facilities and the respect for women as a resource have made it a point of reference".