Equal Origins The Partnership for Gender Equity

Equal Origins The Partnership for Gender Equity is a 5-employee non-profit organization based in Washington, DC. Established as The Partnership for Gender Equity, the organization works to promote gender equality within the agricultural sector. Equal Origins focuses its efforts on the coffee and cocoa industries, providing tools and methodologies that encourage industry-wide engagement and investment in gender equity. Their approach is rooted in evidence-based practices and comprises three key elements: validated tools, a shared language for understanding gender equity, and an action platform designed to facilitate scalable investments and initiatives throughout the industry. The organization's mission is to foster positive change within the agricultural sector, from the point of cultivation to the final product. Their collaborative approach brings together diverse stakeholders, including growers, buyers, exporters, importers, roasters, private foundations, development agencies, and academic institutions, to collectively drive positive impact at every stage of the coffee and cocoa value chain. For more information about Equal Origins and their initiatives, please visit their website at equalorigins.com.