In the EU-28 there are no ongoing, systematic, representative surveys that use a harmonised approach to gather data on the prevalence of female genital mutilation (FGM). In the absence or unavailability of national FGM prevalence figures, it is possible to estimate the prevalence of FGM by collating information from administrative records. Further information Data collection on gender-based violence Good practices...
Violence against women (VAW) is a violation of human rights. Its very nature deprives women of their ability to enjoy fundamental freedoms. Administrative data collection can be used as a tool for policy formulation and evaluation and for developing effective strategies on preventing and combating VAW. Further information Data collection on gender-based violence Good practices on administrative data on violence...
Gender mainstreaming methods and tools can be of vital assistance as they offer clear guidance on how to implement gender mainstreaming in practical terms. They support a systematic implementation of gender mainstreaming in a particular field of activity or sector. The aim of using gender mainstreaming methods and tools is to shape an organisation’s processes and operational workflows in such...
Gender mainstreaming has been embraced internationally as a strategy towards realising gender equality. It involves the integration of a gender perspective into the preparation, design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of policies, regulatory measures and spending programmes, with a view to promoting equality between women and men, and combating discrimination. Further information EIGE's Gender Mainstreaming Platform EIGE's Gender Mainstreaming Tools and...
The European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE)[ 1] is organising a call for applications with a view to establishing a reserve list for the post of Administrative Agent – Events, Publications. The registration of applications will begin on 12 January 2017 and will close on 12 February 2017 at 13:00 Eastern European Time. The Institute Based in Vilnius, Lithuania, EIGE...
The European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE)[1] is organising a call for applications with a view to establishing a reserve list for the post of Editing and Communications Officer. The registration of applications begins on 5 January 2017 and closes on 6 February 2017 at 13:00 Eastern European Time. The Institute Based in Vilnius Lithuania, EIGE is a regulatory agency...
The European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE)[1] is organising a call for applications with a view to establishing a reserve list for the post of Stakeholder Relations Assistant. The registration of applications will begin on 23 December 2016 and will close on 30 January 2017 at 13:00 Eastern European Time. The Institute Based in Vilnius, Lithuania, EIGE is a regulatory...
The European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) envisages awarding a middle-value framework contract for provision of legal advice to the European Institute for Gender Equality. All parties interested in providing the services described above should express their interest 400 words maximum, by e-mail, to procurement@eige.europa.eu with the subject reference: EIGE/2016/ADM/30, before 18/01/2016, 12:00 Vilnius time. The ex-ante publicity notice is...
The European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) works to promote and ensure equal opportunities for women and men across Europe and beyond. EIGE’s research paves the way for greater understanding and awareness of gender equality in all areas of society. By highlighting the progress still to be made and providing reliable, practical information, EIGE supports policymakers to improve the lives...
The European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE)[ 1] is organising a call for applications with a view to establishing a reserve list for the post of Head of Administration and to filling the post as soon as possible. The registration of applications begins on 14th December 2016 and closes on 16th January 2017 at 19:00 Eastern European Time. The deadline...
The European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE)[ 1] is organising a call for applications with a view to establishing a reserve list for the post of Statistician. The registration of applications will begin on 29 November 2016 and will close on 16 January 2017 at 13:00 Eastern European Time. The deadline has been extended to 10 February 2017, 13:00 Eastern...
