Joint Non-Discrimination Statement of the UN Agencies, Funds and Programmes of the United Nations System in The Bahamas on Employment of Persons with Disabilities

One of the key indicators of the UNDIS framework is the call for the UNCTs to commit explicitly towards Non-discrimination of Persons with Disabilities in employment. Within this context, the UNCT has adopted a non-discrimination employment statement inclusive of persons with disabilities which will be applied in all UN local vacancies and other recruitment calls with foundations on the Universal Values of the Human Rights-Based Approach and Leave No One Behind.

The Statement:

The United Nations system in The Bahamas is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment free from all forms of employment discrimination, rooted in fairness, equity, and mutual respect. We attract, recruit, retain, and promote individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. The UN therefore encourages and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals regardless of their disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, race, religious affiliation, or cultural and ethnic background. We are dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace to support the full participation and success of persons with disabilities. We commit to monitoring and evaluating the implementation of inclusive policies to ensure their effectiveness.

This statement reflects our unwavering dedication to promoting inclusivity, upholding human rights, and fostering an equitable work environment for all individuals. The beneficiaries of this statement will be persons with disabilities seeking or considering employment with the UN regardless of the type of appointment.