The GenderPro Credential
The First Globally Recognised Certification for Gender Experts in International Development
The GenderPro Credential recognises professionals who have met established, global standards related to the fields of gender and development. It is part of the GenderPro Capacity Building Initiative - developed by the Global Women's Institute at the George Washington University in partnership with UNICEF.
What is the GenderPro Credential?
The GenderPro Credential was developed in collaboration with experts from the Global Women’s Institute at GW University, UNICEF, and global experts from multilaterals, international non-government organisations, and other institutions.
Through a process of consensus building, this group developed a list of observable and measurable knowledge, skills, abilities, and attributes that a gender expert needs to be effective in their role.
Who Awards the GenderPro Credential?
Candidates are assessed by the GenderPro Credentialing Board known as the GenderPro Alliance. This Alliance consists of subject matter experts from the Global Women’s Institute, George Washington University, and other organisations and institutions around the world, and is convened in close consultation with UNICEF. The GenderPro Alliance maintains the standards of the credentialing system, evaluates candidates based on their demonstrated skill set, and approves candidates to be credentialed.
Who Can Take the GenderPro Credential?
Anyone can take the GenderPro Credential – it is not limited to those who have completed the GenderPro Capacity Building Programme.
However, the GenderPro Capacity Building Programme is designed to prepare you with the knowledge and skills to successfully apply for and obtain the GenderPro Credential.
Note: Completing the GenderPro Capacity Building Programme does not automatically award you with the GenderPro Credential.
How Will I Know If I’m Ready to Take the Genderpro Credentialing Exam?
To help you prepare to take the GenderPro credentialing exam, the GenderPro team has developed a preparatory document (available in English, French, and Spanish).
This document highlights the key concepts and skills you will need to pass the GenderPro credentialing exam, and includes a set of resources for you to review. All of these resources and more can be found in the GenderPro Resource Library.
Are You Ready to Take the GenderPro Credentialing Exam?
To gain access to the GenderPro Credential, please register for an account on the page below. Once you register, you will have access to the GenderPro credentialing exam as well as the GenderPro Resource Library.