Gender Equality Index

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Unique measurement tool that synthesises the complexity of gender equality as a multidimensional concept into a user-friendly and easily interpretable measure.

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It is formed by combining gender indicators into a single summary measure using a conceptual framework. It is the only index that gives a comprehensive map of gender gaps in the EU and across Member States, based on the EU policy framework. It was developed by the European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE).

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European Institute for Gender Equality – EIGE. Gender Equality Index for the European Union. Available here: http://eige.europa.eu/gender-statistics/gender-equality-index

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