… services in place as a means for freedom of choice for women and men? Climate change is happening at rapid fire speed. And it’s impacting women and men very differently. Do the policies designed to … approach? Our societies are roughly made up of 50/50 women and men. So it simply makes sense to uphold this ratio …
… to have gender mainstreamed was underlined in a new UN Women report launched at COP28, suggesting that by 2050, climate change may push up to 158 million more women and girls into poverty and see 236 million more face … for future advancement of gender equality and women's rights in future COP processes. That is so much needed and …
… More women and diverse representation in the decision-making … for the policy areas of the European Green Deal are women. EIGE launches a Climate Inspiration section as part of … policies that overlook issues disproportionately affecting women. We are missing out on much-needed perspectives and …
… inclusion is a proven catalyst for positive change. More women and diverse representation at work and in top positions … which hold us back from fulfilling our potential. More women in renewable energy, more equal share of recycling … a space free from gender stereotypes, in which both women and men can thrive. EIGE’s gender mainstreaming …
… the Lithuanian Parliament in Vilnius on Violence against Women in Times of Crisis: Challenges and Potential Solutions … playing an active role in combatting violence against women in times of crisis, conflict and beyond. The past year … with barriers to accessing their sexual and reproductive rights in host countries. Traditional gender roles , …
… Today is International Women’s Day. An occasion to celebrate the wins for gender … United Nations Special Rapporteur on violence against women and girls, who participated in EIGE’s Gender Equality … do so. Every crisis has a gendered impact. We see that the rights and freedoms of women and girls are the first to be at …
… Ahead of International Women's Day, EIGE's Director Carlien Scheele participated in … can I afford to eat and heat at the same time? Basic human rights are being negotiated. No one should be left in the … Some spend more time at home. EIGE’s evidence proves that women take on the brunt of unpaid care compared to men – from …
… a green and digital continent, we have to make room for women and girls to be part of this transformation. Right now, … and maths (STEM) fields are driving factors for women and girls’ reluctance to actively participate in these fields. Women – in all their skills, innovation and diversity – can …
… Action (BPfA) – a milestone in the worldwide struggle for women’s empowerment. Signed by 189 countries in 1995, it [the … for Action] sets out a comprehensive roadmap for equal rights between women and men. That same year, in 1995, the European Council …
… contributes to better outcomes for all, girls and boys, women and men.” Whichever sector you pick, there are plenty … routes planned by men, even though most of the users are women. And the list goes on across all sectors. For example, … access to social security benefits, such as pension rights and maternity leave, would be a major improvement to …
… talk about the female face of climate change, why women drive smaller cars and the way to solve the climate crisis Ms Carlsson-Kanyama, can women solve the climate crisis? Oh, I would like to say yes, … this of course hasn’t been proven. But we know that women today are not empowered enough and we have evidence …
… Written by Shila Meyer-Behjat Many acknowledge the brunt women bear when it comes to the effects of global warming. … for Gender Equality (EIGE) highlights just how little women have been involved: On average, they hold just about … slowly started to be recognised by the general public. “ Women play an important role in environmental management and …