The Impact of Gender Equality on the Performance of Non-Governmental Organizations in the North West Region of Cameroon

Abstract The main objective of this study is to examine the effects of gender equality on the performance of non-governmental organisations in North West Region of Cameroon. The study used primary data obtained through closed ended questionnaires provided to a purposive sample of 91 NGOs in the North West region of Cameroon. The data gathered from the respondent was analysed using Ordinary Least Square technique (OLS). The results suggest that gender-responsive practices are particularly important for driving performance in organizations with female-dominated top management, while organizational experience is more important in organizations with male-dominated top management. This study demonstrates that the adoption of gender-responsive human resource practices, such as equal opportunities in recruitment, training, and promotion, to improve Organizational performance. The promotion and the development of a gender-responsive Organizational culture that values diversity, inclusion, and equity to enhance the performance of NGOs. Promote the adoption of gender-responsive human resource practices and organizational culture in organizations with female-dominated top management to enhance performance. Keywords: Gender equality, Leadership, Culture, Performance, NGOs.