… North Macedonia’s score of 62 points sits just below the EU average of 67.4 points. This places the country in 16th place in comparison with the EU countries. In the domain of power, the country scores better than the EU. North Macedonia has 52.6 points, compared to the EU …
… The EU continues its snail’s pace when it comes to gender … Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) shows that the EU’s score for gender equality is up just one point to 67.4, since the 2017 edition. Sweden continues to top the EU scoreboard, with 83.6 points, followed by Denmark with …
… professional and personal lives. Today, women across the EU earn on average, 16% less per hour than men. The biggest … care responsibilities. The price to pay is high: in the EU, women’s pensions end up being 37% less than men’s. “We … as increase the take up of these arrangements by men. The EU Action Plan, designed to reduce the gender pay gap …
… The EU’s budget can be a powerful force for growth and development. EU funds have helped transform less-developed regions and … Equality (EIGE) has estimated that less than 1% of the EU’s Structural and Investment Funds have been set aside for …
… of female genital mutilation in a region or country of the EU. “Female genital mutilation (FGM) is illegal in all … By offering a common framework to estimate FGM risk in the EU, EIGE wants to help Member States eliminate the practice … production of comparable and up‑to‑date data across the EU. The European Union is strongly committed to eliminating …
… platform . EIGE has developed a detailed guide to help EU institutions and governmental bodies incorporate a gender … the fact that improving gender equality in the EU could lead to an increase in GDP of up to €3.15 trillion … equality was agreed on by 189 governments, including all EU Member States, who have undertaken to regularly review the …
… violence,” said Virginija Langbakk, EIGE’s director. “The EU is one of the best places for women to thrive, but still … We can't and we won't stay idle. That's why the EU is acting to improve support and protection for victims. Together with EU governments and assistance from EIGE, we must work hard to …
… victims of trafficking for sexual exploitation in the EU are women or girls. Trafficking in women and girls remains … to assist and protect victims. In the lead up to the EU Anti-Trafficking day on 18 October, the European Institute … agreed in the Joint Statement signed by the Heads of ten EU Agencies last June. I believe it will help the many women …
… this generation, who is the most digitally skilled in the EU, is the risk of online abuse. These are some of the … request of the Austrian Presidency of the Council of the EU. “Digital spaces can be empowering places of … + 370 5215 7426 or email: bernadette.gemmell@eige.europa.eu Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for more updates and …
… (EIGE). “Female genital mutilation is a problem for the EU and we cannot close our eyes to it. A major risk factor is … such as Egypt, Guinea and Somalia, who are living in the EU Member States. Although levels of risk have slightly … on sexual and reproductive health. With migration to the EU from FGM-practising countries ongoing, it is crucial that …
… Ten EU agencies signed a joint statement of commitment to work … mandates of contributing to the implementation of EU policies and supporting cooperation; Directive 2011/36/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 5 April …
… a job in tech. If we do not break these stereotypes, the EU will keep wasting potential talent,” says Virginija … Research shows that a mere 17 % of ICT specialists in the EU are women. Due to the stereotypes in early education, … shortage of digital skills and therefore cannot boost the EU economy to its full potential. With more women on board, …
… Together, we the Heads of EU agencies and Joint undertakings commit to zero tolerance … effectively and in accordance with existing laws. Heads of EU agencies/Joint Undertakings: Philippe Mengal Bio-based … (CPVO) Bert De Colvenaer ECSEL JU Pascal Legai EU Satellite Centre (SATCEN) Christa Sedlatschek European …
… when it comes to female genital mutilation (FGM) in the EU. Family members fear the consequences of the law more than … genital mutilation exists in Europe. So far, 16 out of 28 EU Member States have ratified it, while the European Union … for efforts to end the practice to be successful. In the EU today, women from FGM-practicing countries continue to …
… IT Systems in the Area of Freedom, Security and Justice (eu-LISA); Alexis Goosdeel, European Monitoring Centre for … specific legal, technical or scientific tasks within the EU. These agencies are independent and provide added value by … enhancing dialogue and sharing information and expertise. EU agencies also provide practical support to Member States …
… The EU’s economy has a major weakness: the uneven concentration … Women make up less than 20 % of ICT graduates in the EU, a figure that has been declining in recent years. Despite … request of the Estonian Presidency of the Council of the EU. “We cannot ignore gender segregation anymore. This is an …
… Women. On the eve of this occasion Vilnius Town Hall and EU House, where the European Institute for Gender Equality … by intimate partner is the highest among all the 13 EU Member States, which collect this data. “These figures … This number is almost three times higher than the EU average. In addition, 42 % of Lithuanians said they think …