Inclusion

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OGP participating governmentsOGP participating countries and locals – often referred to as OGP members – are committed to working with civil society to strengthen their adherence to open government values. To join OGP as a pa... are working to create governments that truly serve all people. Commitments in this area may address persons with disabilities, women and girls, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex people (LGBTQIA+Increasing opportunities for participation and creating accountability mechanisms for the LGBTQIA+ community in policy-making and service delivery can ensure that their voices are heard and changes ar...), youthRecognizing that investing in youth means investing in a better future, OGP participating governments are creating meaningful opportunities for youth to participate in government processes. Technical ... More or elderly, indigenous people, internally displaced persons, refugees, asylum seekers, migrant workers, rural stakeholders, those of lower socioeconomic status, or other minority groups.

Besides tracking commitments that fall under this broad category, OGP also tracks commitments that specifically fall under: 

• GenderOGP participating governments are bringing gender perspectives to popular policy areas, ensuring diversity in participatory processes, and specifically targeting gender gaps in policies to address gov... More
• Gender-Based ViolenceReforms that combat gender-based violence are essential for fostering an inclusive society and government that respects human rights and promotes gender equality. Technical specifications: Commitments... More
• Economic InclusionTransparency, participation, and accountability are essential to ensuring that social spending and services reach their intended populations and provide the outcomes that are needed. Technical specifi... More
• LGBTQIA+
• People with DisabilitiesA government is not open unless it is accessible to all, and governments are working to ensure people with disabilities are afforded equitable services and opportunities to participate. Technical spec...
• Youth