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Definition of gender roles

Social and behavioural norms which, within a specific culture, are widely considered to be socially appropriate for individuals of a specific sex. 

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  • 2nd Gender and Drugs Symposium – Lisbon addiction side event

    … EIGE’s Gender-based violence researcher, Monica Barbovschi, joins the 2nd Gender and Drugs Symposium, part of the Lisbon Addictions … event. The conference is held by the European Drugs and Gender Group (EDG), coordinated by the EU Drugs Agency …

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  • Equinet Gender Equality Working Group meeting

    … EIGE’s Gender-based violence researcher, Monica Barbovschi, attends the Equinet Gender Equality Working Group meeting to present the key … group also discuss pieces of EU legislation relevant for gender equality, such as the recent EU Directive on Violence …

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  • For voice-overs

    … choosing the voice and tone, consider if it perpetuates gender stereotypes. It may influence your audience’s … only one voice, think about what is attached to a specific gender. Narration may also include a physical or visual … What ideas would this perpetuate about gender norms and roles? Does the voice-over use sexist and discriminatory …

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    Toolkit page
  • For videos

    … creation, consider the following questions. Was there gender balance and diversity in the creative process to … context portray or consider a broader understanding of gender (including non-binary) and additional aspects of … for reflection Does the script show traditional gender roles? Is this a modern family with diverse roles for both …

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  • For images

    … a message, it is important to avoid perpetuating gender stereotypes that have long been presented in images. … in all their diversity engaging in a variety of different roles. This helps to reverse traditional gender norms and expectations. Similarly, if it makes sense …

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    Toolkit page
  • Nordic Baltic Youth Summit 2024

    … #safeplaces’, where EIGE’s fresh data on the state of gender equality across the EU is shared and discussed. The workshop focuses on the systemic inequalities such as gender stereotypes, gender roles and expectations, impacting and influencing the state …

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  • Glossary: terms to expand your knowledge

    … Term Definition Source Gender ‘Social attributes and opportunities associated with … tend to differentiate humans as females or males.’ EIGE Gender discrimination ‘Any distinction, exclusion or … from resources and opportunities, and perform equal roles – a tool where gender balance is taken into account …

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  • Conclusion and key takeaways

    … concepts are likely to have emerged to further strengthen gender equality through language and communication. This is … are constantly evolving. The importance of promoting gender equality has never been more critical. The rise of anti-gender narratives and movements is a cause for concern and …

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  • Communication messages

    … is only one aspect of how we can shape our societies to be gender-equal and more inclusive. Communication is … each other. Thus, we can either overcome or reinforce gender inequalities. In this section, we present a three-step … communication message(s) within the framework of a gender-inclusive approach. You can use it for campaign …

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  • Getting started

    … about how language and communication can either promote gender equality or perpetuate gender inequalities.  The quiz primarily focuses on scenarios … and males are arbitrarily assigned characteristics and roles determined and limited by their gender. The surgeon …

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  • Introduction

    … potential for not only supporting but also promoting gender equality. This guide is designed to offer a broad and … to using language and communication effectively to support gender equality. Language and communication constantly evolve … are addressed at the EU level. These issues include gender roles and expectations, sexism, care responsibilities and …

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  • Words Matter: Supporting Gender Equality Through Language and Communication

    … potential for not only supporting but also promoting gender equality. This guide is designed to offer a broad and … to using language and communication effectively to support gender equality. The aim is to strengthen the focus on both gender and intersecting inequalities such as age, ethnicity, …

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  • Words Matter: Supporting Gender Equality Through Language and Communication

    … potential for not only supporting but also promoting gender equality.  This guide is designed to offer a broad and … to using language and communication effectively to support gender equality.  Language and communication constantly … evolve as we continually strive to strengthen and uphold gender equality. This guide therefore reflects …

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  • Power up the gains for gender equality

    … calling for further dedication and commitment for gender equality to make a lasting difference… Good afternoon, … committee members. My Agency - the European Institute for Gender Equality – has a strong history of cooperation with … are looking forward to continuing by boosting your work on gender equality with our evidence and data.  So, where do we …

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  • ICT Officer – Database Management

    … The European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE)[1]  is organising a call for … envisaged to contribute and strengthen the promotion of gender equality. To achieve its goals, the Agency collects … appropriate methodological tools for the integration of gender equality into all EU policies. It fosters the exchange …

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  • High-Level group on Gender Mainstreaming

    … biannual meeting of the Commission's High level group on gender mainstreaming (HLG) which brings together representatives of Member States in charge of gender equality and gender mainstreaming at national level.  During the meeting …

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  • 56th session of the UN Human Rights Council on women's human rights

    … EIGE's gender-based violence Expert, Agata Szypulska, joins the 56th … deepens the concept of economic violence as a form of gender-based violence that affect disproportionally women and …

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  • Council of Europe Conference on Synergy for change

    … women. Also, CSOs play a fundamental role in promoting gender equality in the current and persisting challenges, … involving the digital dimension of VAW, AI, the gender backlash and other global issues. EIGE joins the … a Word Café session on burning issues to address to tackle gender backlash. …

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  • The Gender Equality Academy in agriculture – a Swedish vanguard for inclusive green development

    … opportunities as entrepreneurs – and this is what LRF’s Gender Equality Academy is working for! -- Federation of Swedish Farmers report on gender equality in the green business sector The Gender … data to support in-depth analysis; highlighting women’s roles by advocating for their financial rights and visibility …

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    • Agriculture and rural development
    • Environment and climate change
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  • Gender equality in the forestry sector – a Swedish initiative pioneering sustainable change

    … in the forest sector but also in other areas. We need more gender equality in many industries. -- County Governor … of this initiative lies in its commitment to embedding gender equality deeply within the Swedish forestry sector. By challenging and reshaping traditional gender norms, the project aims to catalyse a shift towards a …

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    • Employment
    • Environment and climate change
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