The Equal Opportunities Division coordinates gender equality policy. It proposes, recommends, implements and facilitates programmes and actions aimed at promoting equality between women and men.

It provides the ministries and local communities with expert support in the integration of the gender equality perspective in their policies and actions. The tasks of the Equal Opportunities Division include drawing up national programmes for equal opportunities for women and men, carrying out analyses and compiling reports, and conducting awareness-raising campaigns. The Equal Opportunities Division works with the EU and other international organisations and civil society to empower women and ensure gender equality.