… as such continues to act as a significant barrier to full gender equality. Gender-based violence is fundamentally rooted in gender inequality and impacts on the future of women and of …
… The European Institute for Gender Equality and the European Union Agency for Fundamental … cooperation agreement in line with the new EU strategy for gender equality 2010-2015. EIGE's Director Virginija Langbakk … agreement The two EU agencies will initiate cooperation in gender mainstreaming and researching in the field of gender …
… The European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) kicks off its work with the European … key stakeholders in the implementation of the new gender equality strategy at the “Joining efforts towards … its implementation. Virginija Langbakk says: Lots of work needs to be done over the upcoming five years, and only …
… In 2012-2013, the European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) is implementing a project on gender training in the European Union and Croatia. Gender … in training provision across the EU identifying gaps and needs, providing recommendations for further developments in …
… as a source of inspiration for others. In the spirit of gender equality, women’s achievements need to be placed at … to one of the following criteria: Evidence of breaking gender stereotypes – i.e. behaving differently, acting and thinking "outside the (gender) box," Evidence of achieving recognition and …
… Women’s Day - 8 March - the European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) presents a few facts and figures within art, culture and education putting gender equality on the agenda, demonstrating that … point on which we ground our work and on which awareness needs to be constantly raised, ” stated Virginija Langbakk. …
… Research conducted by the European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) shows that more women are needed in … Council (EPSCO) is expected to adopt conclusions on gender equality and climate change prepared by the Danish … by the effects of climate change, their perspective and needs are not sufficiently taken into account. Women hold …
… on women and climate change, the European Institute for Gender Equality, EIGE, focuses on the so-called gender dimension to climate change. Yes, this has become an … world’s best climate change defence”. Do you agree? What needs to be done to fully realise and exploit this potential? …
… climate change. A new report by the European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) highlights just how little women have … website gives an overview of current research on the gender dimension of environmental issues which gained broader … A complex matter such as climate change simply needs this diverse, holistic approach ”, Langbakk points out. …
… Women (25 November) and the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence Campaign (25 November-10 December –Human … R esearch recently conducted by the European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) shows that domestic violence against … that only specialised services can fully meet the specific needs of women victims of violence (including safe …
… conclusions highlight that domestic violence is a form of gender-based violence and a manifestation of historically … for victims of violence are in adequate supply and apply gender equality perspective in particular with a view to … are tailored to their specific immediate and long-term needs and safety. The Council calls also to improve the …
… Commission has proposed a European law for boosting gender balance in company board rooms," said Vice-President … the European Commission proposed legislation to improve gender balance on company boards based on merit and … proposed Directive. The EU's competence to legislate in gender equality matters dates back to 1957 (see SPEECH/12/702 …
… status and potential of administrative sources of data on gender-based violence in the EU and Croatia” EIGE has … status and potential of administrative sources of data on gender-based violence in the EU and Croatia”. The final … do we need a study on administrative data collection on gender-based violence? The crucial role of data collection in …
… and decision making roles, still this doesn’t guarantee gender equality balanced news. Women are also more likely not … practices with potential to good practices in promoting gender equality in the area of women and the media ”. "There … Therefore, it is fundamental that the media report on gender equality. It is better to be in the agenda than not to …
… discussion on FGM comes as the European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) releases a new report on female … October 2012, which explicitly refers to FGM as a form of gender-based violence ( IP/12/1066 ). But while all EU Member … in the UK with 15 clinics that cater to the specific needs of women affected by FGM. Background Female genital …
… In May 2013, EIGE launched the database of gender trainers and training organisations as part of the … effort to facilitate the effective implementation of gender equality policies and programmes through gender training in the EU. The database is a freely …
… available at the right time to the right people When one needs to find the right information on gender equality in the EU, then EIGE is the place to be. The European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) today launched its Resource and …