Social attributes and opportunities associated with being female and male and to the relationships between women and men and girls and boys, as well as to the relations between women and those between men.
… against women is both a cause and a consequence of gender inequality. In societies that tolerate violence, fail … Virginija Langbakk, Director of the European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE). In light of recent allegations in the … also need to be engaged in violence prevention because gender equality is everyone’s responsibility”, said Vilija …
… The updated Gender Equality Index shows where Europe stands today. We are … snail’s pace. We are still a long way off from reaching a gender-equal society and all countries in the European Union … areas, the gaps are even bigger than ten years ago. Our Gender Equality Index clearly shows whether government …
… problem. “Female genital mutilation is a severe form of gender-based violence that directly affects girls’ and … Gittenaer, EIGE´s seconded national expert from Belgium on gender-based violence. To fill data gaps and help policy … about female genital mutilation in the EU as part of the Gender Equality Index 2017. The Index report on violence will …
… Gender related challenges in the education system are an … and boys tend to choose subjects according to traditional gender roles. This is one of the findings of new research by the European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE). In Lithuania, men dominate study …
… We will soon be ready to give an update on the status of gender equality in the EU. Is it getting better or worse? … On 11 October 2017, you will get the full picture from the Gender Equality Index! In this edition, we introduce several … and men living in the EU. The Index also shows trends in gender equality over the past ten years. One new element is …
… looks at the situation for the ageing workforce through a gender lens. The report focuses on the ageing workforce in … be used to support active ageing at work. EIGE provides a gender perspective on the issue of the ageing workforce and …
… said Jurgita Peciuriene, EIGE's programme coordinator for gender-based violence. Experts warn us not to think of cyber … EIGE has published a paper focusing on the need for gender-disaggregated data on cyber violence. It finds that … For example, educating women and girls, as well as gender sensitive training on cyber violence for the police. …
… women and men and is one of the strongest expressions of gender inequality. “ The elimination of violence against … Director. In this context, the European Institute for Gender Equality has been strongly supporting the EU and the … more effective strategies. Learn more about EIGE's work on gender-based violence . Photo (C): Council of Europe …
… in May 2017. She has extensive experience in the field of gender equality at the international, national and regional level: management of institutions dealing with gender equality and human rights (former Vice-President of …
… job. These are some of the findings from a new study on gender, skills and precarious work from the European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) out today. “European labour market … improve the quality of work for all. The research note ‘Gender, skills and precarious work in the EU’ was prepared at …
… decision-making. The data will complement other areas of gender statistics already covered by EIGE’s Gender Statistics Database, such as employment, education and … show that the EU is taking a slow but steady path towards gender balanced representation. In national parliaments, …
… from EIGE’s new study on the ‘economic benefits of gender equality’ released today. The workshop on "Women in … and initiatives that provide additional stimulus to tackle gender segregation. Despite a strong demand for professionals … women remain highly underrepresented in STEM and high gender segregation in this field narrows down employment …
… If the EU stepped up its efforts to improve gender equality, more jobs would be created, GDP per capita … main results of a new study by the European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE), launched on the occasion of … numbers talk: equality is a driver for economic growth. Gender equality will bring more growth to Europe”, said Vera …
… This year, EIGE is putting the spotlight on gender equality in education. With three new studies already … EIGE is delving into the classroom to unearth some of the gender related challenges in education. “Education and gender equality are very closely connected, with the …
… We are busy getting ready for the release of the 2017 Gender Equality Index that will feature some new elements, … the results of our study on the ‘economic benefits of gender equality’ and putting a spotlight on some of the gender related challenges in education. To find out more, …
… professional life to the advancement of women’s rights and gender equality. She obtained her PhD in women’s rights and … University. Prior to joining the European Institute for Gender Equality in 2015, she served as Director of the END … Fundamental Rights Agency and the European Institute for Gender Equality on FGM in Europe and gender based violence. …
… according to a new study by the European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE). Young people, lone parents, migrants, … and life chances should not be pre-determined by their gender or other social factors. Nor should children create a … Read the full report Read the fact sheet on poverty, gender and lone parents Who is at risk in the EU? Some people …
… focused actions to combat violence against women. Making gender equality a reality is the key to eradication of violence against women. Making gender equality a reality is key to addressing the root … in your country here . Read more about EIGE’s work on gender-based violence here . For more information about the …