Thirty years on, how is the European Union measuring up?

EIGE report: Milestones and opportunities for gender equality in the EU

EIGE’s landmark report looks at how the EU is doing on gender equality. It highlights progress, the challenges still ahead, and the chances for change.

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Where change matters most: Spotlight on five key policy areas

Based on wide-ranging data and expert insight, it shows where inequalities persist and where Europe is making progress.

Here, we zero in on five key policy areas that matter for our lives and futures. The report covers these and more in fine detail, highlights why gender equality is vital for women and men. And why it’s essential for fair economies, strong democracies and thriving societies.

At the core: The 12 critical areas of the Beijing Platform for Action

At the heart of the Beijing Platform for Action are 12 critical areas that define the path to gender equality. These priorities—ranging from education and health to leadership and economic empowerment—remain the foundation of the Beijing+30 review and the EU’s ongoing progress.

Each area highlights a key challenge and a call to action, ensuring that no aspect of women’s rights is left behind. Together, they form a powerful blueprint for change. These highlights underscore why gender equality is vital for women and men. It’s essential for fair economies, strong democracies and thriving societies.

The Beijing+30 report measures how far we’ve come—and what still needs to be done—across each of these areas, offering a roadmap for a more equal future.

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This analysis is part of the European Union’s Beijing+30 review, reflecting our ongoing commitment to the Beijing Platform for Action and its vision for gender equality. Explore EIGE’s detailed data and recommendations. Help us to move Europe closer to real gender equality for all.