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Ten things to know about gender equality

Ten things to know about gender equality

The fight for gender equality is democracy in action. In 2023, the European Parliament has: 📲 Voted for a uniform definition of rape based on consent, tougher rules on cyber violence, and better support for victims of abuse. 💶 Adopted new pay-transparency rules, so that companies in the EU will have to expose and close existing gender pay gaps between employees working for the same employer. 📊 Pushed for transparent recruitment procedures and ensuring that at least 33% of all director posts o

The fight for gender equality is democracy in action. In 2023, the European Parliament has: 📲 Voted for a uniform definition of rape based on consent, tougher rules on cyber violence, and better support for victims of abuse. 💶 Adopted new pay-transparency rules, so that companies in the EU will have to expose and close existing gender pay gaps between employees working for the same employer. 📊 Pushed for transparent recruitment procedures and ensuring that at least 33% of all director posts o

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“Whatever you are doing, always think ‘what does this mean for men and what does this mean for women?’ Gender mainstreaming means not only men learning from women, but also women understanding men’s behaviour and then changing our habits’.” Listen to Parliament Vice-President Evelyn Regner’s advice on how to achieve gender equality and find out what the EU is doing on this. | European Parliament

“Whatever you are doing, always think ‘what does this mean for men and what does this mean for women?’ Gender mainstreaming means not only men learning from women, but also women understanding men’s behaviour and then changing our habits’.” Listen to Parliament Vice-President Evelyn Regner’s advice on how to achieve gender equality and find out what the EU is doing on this. | European Parliament

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Gender equality | World Food Programme

Gender equality | World Food Programme

"My visit to Turkey showed how far we still have to go before women are treated as equals. Always. Everywhere." This week, President Ursula von der Leyen talked about European values and gender equality at the European Parliament in light of the diplomatic visit to Turkey earlier this month. 🔊 Put the sound up and listen to her remarks. ⬇️ #UnionOfEquality | European Commission

"My visit to Turkey showed how far we still have to go before women are treated as equals. Always. Everywhere." This week, President Ursula von der Leyen talked about European values and gender equality at the European Parliament in light of the diplomatic visit to Turkey earlier this month. 🔊 Put the sound up and listen to her remarks. ⬇️ #UnionOfEquality | European Commission

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Finland & gender equality - International Gender Equality Prize

Finland & gender equality - International Gender Equality Prize

For International Women's Day on 8 March, we honour the countless women who have fought for gender equality and acknowledge the work that still needs to be done. Meet Stella 🇬🇷 and Linda 🇱🇻, two Europeans who are fighting for a fairer society. At an EU level, the European Parliament is working to defend women’s rights, from ending unequal pay to eliminating gender-based discrimination. Join the efforts to build a more equal European democracy: use your vote in June. #EUelections2024 #UseYour

For International Women's Day on 8 March, we honour the countless women who have fought for gender equality and acknowledge the work that still needs to be done. Meet Stella 🇬🇷 and Linda 🇱🇻, two Europeans who are fighting for a fairer society. At an EU level, the European Parliament is working to defend women’s rights, from ending unequal pay to eliminating gender-based discrimination. Join the efforts to build a more equal European democracy: use your vote in June. #EUelections2024 #UseYour

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The EU has taken steps to make gender equality a reality in Europe but there is still a long road ahead. This week, the European Parliament called for an ambitious gender equality strategy, saying that: 🔹gender-based violence should be a crime under EU law with a cross-border dimension 🔹safe and legal abortion care is a fundamental right 🔹the definition of rape in EU law should be based on a lack of consent | European Parliament

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"It's time to put an end to women being second-class citizens", says MEP Ernest Urtasun. His new report calls on the EU to systematically integrate gender mainstreaming into its foreign and security policy 👇🏿 | European Parliament

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Do European courts reflect the societies they serve? Women’s representation in the EU judiciary | European Institute for Gender Equality

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In the ongoing struggle to achieve gender equality, much has already been achieved. Watch our video to find out how the EU has supported women's rights over the years ⬇️ | European Parliament

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Gender Equality | United Nations

Gender equality does not ‘just happen.’ Women’s rights do not advance on their own. They are won through persistence and can easily be lost without vigilance. True equality means: ✔️ Freedom from violence and discrimination ✔️ Equal pay for equal work ✔️ The right for both men and women to build a career and a family ✔️ Representation at every level of leadership Over the past five years, we’ve made important progress with rules on combating violence against women, pay transparency, and gender b

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Gender equality and empowering women and girls

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⏰ The time to power up the gains for gender equality is now. As the European Parliament enters a new term, Director Carlien Scheele introduced the Agency to the FEMM Committee members today, calling for further dedication and commitment for gender equality to make a lasting difference. “In a time where women’s rights and gender equality could be thrown into disarray, I have a deep appreciation for the FEMM Committee – with whom my Agency has historically strong ties. With our unique evidence, we

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Gender Equality: The Formula to Accelerate Implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development

📊 Eurofound continues its contribution to #GenderEqualityWeek with key insights on gender equality across the European Union. 👩‍💼 Head of #WorkingLife Unit Barbara Gerstenberger examines the persisting disparities between women and men in the workplace, ahead of her presentation at the EMPL Committee this Thursday. 🏠 At European Institute for Gender Equality Forum #EFEG2024, Eurofound expert Sanna Nivakoski discussed the different obstacles faced by young men and women when leaving the paren

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The 2025 Gender Equality Index is out, and this edition’s key focus is on gender stereotypes. Under Commissioner Hadja Lahbib, the message is clear: dismantle stereotypes and bring everyone on board to help ensure equal opportunities for all. Discover this year's results and find out where action is most needed – in work, power, money, education, health, care and everyday life. https://eige.europa.eu/publications-resources/publications/gender-equality-index-2025-sharper-data-changing-world?langu

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Why does the next Gender Equality Strategy matter? We asked two changemakers. To get to the heart of why the EU’s next Gender Equality Strategy is so important, we spoke with Nicolae Ștefănuță—who calls for “more action, less talk”—and Laura de Bonfils, Secretary General of Social Platform, who urges us to “defend our space and fund what works.” Their message is clear: progress is real, but fragile. We need bold action, strong civil society, and resources where they make a difference. Want to kn

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🚀 And we’re off! Registrations are now open for the Gender Equality Forum 2024 🌐online🌐 sessions! Join us in Brussels on 10-11 December 2024 as the European Institute for Gender Equality hosts its second Gender Equality Forum. With a newly elected European Parliament and an incoming European Commission, this year’s Forum comes at a critical moment for shaping the future of gender equality in #Europe until 2030. The event will bring together experts, young voices, decision-makers, and practiti

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📢 The Gender Equality Forum might be over, but the conversations remain as relevant now, and in the future, as they were then. One key session tackled a crucial question: How can we strengthen institutions, strategies, and policies promoting gender equality in light of the EU’s political priorities for 2024–2029? The panel explored: ✅ The role of political support in shaping strong gender equality policies ✅ The resources needed for gender equality bodies and NGOs to drive real change ✅ Best pr

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Despite progress, full gender equality in the EU remains at least 50 years away, according to EIGE’s 2025 Gender Equality Index. The revised Index opens a new chapter. With a new baseline, refreshed structure and updated data, it tracks six key areas shaping everyday life: work, money, knowledge, time, power and health – alongside violence and intersecting inequalities. For the first time, the Index also brings in fresh EU-wide data on gender stereotypes. Deeply ingrained norms continue to shape

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Gender equality is improving across the EU, with differences between Member States narrowing. This process, known as upward convergence, means countries with lower levels of gender equality are catching up with those leading the way, reducing disparities across the region. However, progress varies. Here is how Member States’ progress compares to the EU average: ➡️ Catching up Bulgaria, Greece, Italy, Cyprus, Lithuania, Malta and Portugal have Index trends lower than the EU average but are improv

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Gender Action Plan III: towards a gender-equal world

Gender equality: a priority for France

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