… 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 …
… to pave paths to prevention. Video Carlien Scheele's keynote address starts at 36 minutes. Transcript Carlien … turning point evidence related to the intersection between women’s economic empowerment and violence against women as a form of gender-based violence. But before I do …
… 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 …
… EIGE’s Director Carlien Scheele gave an online address for the ‘Women, Peace and Security: Building Alliances for Sustainable … a screen. Today, we are addressing a key question for the Women, Peace and Security Forum. This couldn’t come at a more …
… Women in economic decision-making in the Western Balkans and … We discussed the situation of women in business and women’s leadership, data on gender balance in economic … and OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights. This was already the 14 th meeting of the established …
… It’s a new year. EIGE’s ongoing commitment to advancing gender … 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 …
… followed by discussion on Cyber Violence against women and girls (CVAWG). Registration link . The discussion … violence team at EIGE, Jurate Juskaite from Human Rights Centre, mural artist and painter Linas … Because life online is as real as life offline. It’s time to foster safer spaces. We have a right to feel …
… the proposed EU directive on combatting violence against women and domestic violence? EIGE Director Carlien Scheele … that continues to be one of the most notable human rights violations within all societies. It is deeply rooted … help provisions. The recognition of the role of women’s organisations and women’s specialist services should be …