Convened in the Council Boardroom, the session focused on the Gender Committee’s mandate to embed gender mainstreaming and social inclusion into council policies, administrative operations, and development initiatives. The committee works to eliminate systemic barriers faced by women, youth, and persons with disabilities in decision-making and economic spheres. By implementing gender-responsive budgeting and targeted social empowerment programs, the committee safeguards equal access to municipal resources, employment opportunities, and public services.