… attention to those around you. Do you see at least three women? Chances are, one of them could be a victim of violence. Because in the EU, 1 in 3 women have experienced physical or sexual violence. GBV costs … violence is recognised as a violation of human rights it is often still perceived as a private matter -– and …
… collection requested for the monitoring of the Victims’ Rights Directive and the Istanbul Convention. EIGE’s … data on GBV covering different forms of violence against women and girls. Our administrative data collection provides … is how we will come closer to ending violence against women once and for all. So we have analysed the availability …
… remains constant is the fact that when crisis strikes, women and girls suffer disproportionally. The crises and … to create new challenges and reverse years of progress on women’s rights and gender equality. The thematic focus of the Gender …
… Violence against women a cause and a consequence of the inequalities between women and men. EIGE’s new report for the Western Balkans and … of discrimination against women but a violation of human rights. Paths to progress Many EU candidate countries and a …
… Violence against women and girls and gender-based violence is a cause and … of gender inequality and the power imbalance between women and men, and one of the most widespread violations of human rights. This deeply entrenched phenomenon requires a …
… continue to report on increasing rates of violence against women and girls. This ‘shadow pandemic’ has a devastating effect on the rights of women and girls across Europe. The EU Agency for Fundamental …
… violence (IPV) is the most common form of violence against women and the most extreme form of gender discrimination. It poses a threat to the fundamental rights to dignity, liberty, security, health and, eventually, the lives of women. EU Member States have not established a common …
… The spate of femicide cases in 2021 puts victims’ rights into sharp focus. According to UN Women, 45,000 women and girls worldwide were killed by their intimate …
… deeply rooted in the inequalities between men and women in society. It is estimated that, globally, around 47 000 women and girls were killed by their intimate partners or … direct victims of femicide. As a result, their needs and rights – both during and after the criminal proceedings – are …
… delivered this speech at an event organised by EIGE and UN Women Germany on 15 October 2020. In March this year, EIGE … to climate change, we examined how the situation of women had evolved since 1995. I couldn’t wait to go to New … findings with all you working on the frontline of women’s rights and hear your ideas on how we can move forward. Sadly, …
… assesses the measures each EU country took to protect women during the pandemic and shows how governments can amplify the role of people witnessing violence. “Women usually face the most danger from people they know. … campaign emphasised that domestic violence is a human rights violation -- not a private issue. Awareness campaigns …
… The EU has long recognised that violence against women is a violation of human rights and a form of gender-based discrimination that has a … impact on victims and significant costs for society. Women are most likely to face violence at the hands of …
… The EU has long recognised that violence against women is a violation of human rights and a form of gender-based discrimination that has a … impact on victims and significant costs for society. Women are most likely to face violence at the hands of …
… manner, in compliance with Article 4 on fundamental rights, equality and non-discrimination of the Istanbul … victim. Risk assessment must incorporate information about women’s race, disability, age, religion, immigration status, … barriers to accessing support and protection. For example, women migrants and asylum seekers may face increased risk of …
… organised crime, human trafficking, human and fundamental rights, and gender equality. This makes them more effective … given to the different ways technology is affecting young women and men. JHA agencies also carried out activities on the ground to promote and protect fundamental rights and gender equality. Further information Justice and …
… 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 …