Gender Equality

Rainbow flag raised again in Brussels to promote LGBTI rightsRainbow flag raised again in Brussels to promote LGBTI rights

Rainbow flag raised again in Brussels to promote LGBTI rights

Rainbow flag raised again for the International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia to reaffirm the European commitment to protect…

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European Pillar of Social Rights: Gothenburg, Porto and beyondEuropean Pillar of Social Rights: Gothenburg, Porto and beyond

European Pillar of Social Rights: Gothenburg, Porto and beyond

The European Pillar of Social Rights (EPSR) is an initiative launched by the European Commission with very ambitious aims. EU…

4 years ago
AI technologies must prevent discrimination and protect diversityAI technologies must prevent discrimination and protect diversity

AI technologies must prevent discrimination and protect diversity

Reducing gender, social or cultural bias in AI technologies is key, said the Culture and Education Committee in a resolution.…

4 years ago
What are European Union values?What are European Union values?

What are European Union values?

What are the six core EU values the European Union is based upon and how do they translate into our…

4 years ago
Turkey’s withdrawal from Istanbul Convention, A ‘worrying step backwards’Turkey’s withdrawal from Istanbul Convention, A ‘worrying step backwards’

Turkey’s withdrawal from Istanbul Convention, A ‘worrying step backwards’

Turkey’s decision to withdraw from Istanbul Convention the important treaty on protecting women is “a very worrying step backwards”, a…

4 years ago
Horizon Europe boosts research & innovation in strategic plan 2021-2024Horizon Europe boosts research & innovation in strategic plan 2021-2024

Horizon Europe boosts research & innovation in strategic plan 2021-2024

The European Commission adopted the first strategic plan for Horizon Europe, the new EU research and innovation programme worth €95.5 billion…

4 years ago
UN Guide to Help Women in Tourism Recover from CrisisUN Guide to Help Women in Tourism Recover from Crisis

UN Guide to Help Women in Tourism Recover from Crisis

As the sector enters the second year of an unprecedented crisis, the impact this has had on women in tourism…

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EU fights Anti-Roma prejudice and discriminationEU fights Anti-Roma prejudice and discrimination

EU fights Anti-Roma prejudice and discrimination

EU fights discrimination against Roma people and promotes their inclusion in the key areas of education, employment, health and housing.…

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President von der Leyen EU debates on the International Women’s DayPresident von der Leyen EU debates on the International Women’s Day

President von der Leyen EU debates on the International Women’s Day

Commission President Ursula von der Leyen addressed the European Parliament on International Women’s Day on 8th March 2021. During the…

4 years ago
Kamala Harris: Our world does not yet work for Women as it shouldKamala Harris: Our world does not yet work for Women as it should

Kamala Harris: Our world does not yet work for Women as it should

Vice President of the United States, Kamala Harris addressed the European Parliament on International Women’s Day on 8th March 2021. During…

4 years ago
We are all in this together! Jacinda Ardern on International Women’s DayWe are all in this together! Jacinda Ardern on International Women’s Day

We are all in this together! Jacinda Ardern on International Women’s Day

During the plenary session of the European Parliament in Brussels, Jacinda Ardern, Prime Minister of New Zealand joined MEPs to…

4 years ago
International Women’s Day was a special day in Brussels plenaryInternational Women’s Day was a special day in Brussels plenary

International Women’s Day was a special day in Brussels plenary

President Sassoli, New Zealand PM Ardern, US VP Harris and President von der Leyen honoured International Women’s Day and women…

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Important social gains for women lost due to COVID-19Important social gains for women lost due to COVID-19

Important social gains for women lost due to COVID-19

Progress for women in work could be back at 2017 levels by the end of 2021 as a result of…

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Women in Europe need ‘greater economic independence’ to avoid povertyWomen in Europe need ‘greater economic independence’ to avoid poverty

Women in Europe need ‘greater economic independence’ to avoid poverty

Women in Europe should be given “greater economic independence” through equal pay, childcare support and the sharing of domestic duties…

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Eurostat reports 2020 employment flows with empty officesEurostat reports 2020 employment flows with empty offices

Eurostat reports 2020 employment flows with empty offices

The recent health crisis due to the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted employment in the European Union and Eurostat reports 2020…

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Women’s Rights in the EU. Watch the VIDEO timeline

Equal Women’s Rights in the EU have come a long way, but the Covid-19 pandemic could put them at risk.…

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What is Pay Transparency and why it matters?

The right to equal pay for the same work or work of equal value between female and male workers has…

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Gender Equality: Recovery plans must support more women to top positions

European Parliament - FEMM Committee debates women’s crucial role in Recovery plans, leading the fight against the pandemic. MEPs, national…

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