Our Mission
The Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Welfare exists to contribute to the development of The Gambia through the principle of equity, inclusiveness, and equality, protecting the rights of women and children and the integration and protection of vulnerable and excluded groups including people living with disability through appropriate policies, strategies, and adequate resources.
Our Vision
A harmonious and inclusive society in which men and women are empowered and the rights of children, people with disabilities, and marginalized groups are protected.
Our Core Values
- Integrity
- Respect
- Inclusivity
- Accountability
- Social Justice
our mandate

Women Empowerment

Child Protection

Gender Equality

Social Welfare
our mandate
His Excellency, President Adama Barrow officially inaugurated a new school at the Bakoteh Shelter for Children, named Eveline Schouten School. […]
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News & Events
President Barrow Inaugurates Eveline Schouten School at Bakoteh Shelter for Children
His Excellency, President Adama Barrow officially inaugurated a new school…
President Barrow launches 10-year national gender policy
President Adama Barrow launched the 10-year national gender policy yesterday…
Gambia Commemorates International Rural Women’s Day
Hon. Fatou Sanyang Kinteh, Minister of Gender, Children and Social…
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