All Commissions
COMMISSION
Commission for Women
To uphold the dignity, gifts and mission of women in the Church and society, and to ensure their full participation in pastoral life.
MISSION TRAJECTORY
The Commission for Women promotes the dignity, vocation, and active participation of women in the Church and society, rooted in Gospel values and the vision of a Synodal Church - Communion, Participation, and Mission.
It seeks to build a vibrant women's movement at all levels, empowering women for leadership, co-responsibility, and social transformation, while promoting gender equality and a more inclusive, just, and gender-sensitive community.
THE 7-YEAR ROADMAP
Programmatic Strategies
Short Term
2026-2028
Foundation- Establish Parish Women Cells; enroll at least 30% women.
- Introduce small annual contribution system for sustainability.
- Register women and initiate basic spiritual programs (Bible sharing, faith groups).
- Train initial batch of women leaders in leadership & Church roles.
- Begin participation in local governance forums.
- Start linkage of Parish Cells with government & health services.
Medium Term
2029-2031
Strengthening- Expand Women Cells to 100% parishes; strengthen functionality.
- Ensure 50% participation in regular spiritual and formation activities.
- Scale leadership training (rights, safeguarding, media) across deaneries.
- Establish DICC & POSH and Strengthen parish councils/committees with women representation.
- Increase participation in governance and social platforms.
- Deeper understanding of Safeguarding of children and POSH.
Long Term
2032-2033+
Sustainability- Achieve fully self-sustaining and active Women Cells in all parishes.
- Ensure strong women leadership with at least 50% representation in decision-making bodies.
- Institutionalize continuous formation (spiritual, leadership, socio-political).
- Strengthen livelihood and skill-development programs benefiting large numbers.
- Ensure full integration with government schemes, health, and social services.
- Build a culture of empowered, participatory women contributing to Church and society.
GOALS, OBJECTIVES & KPIs