… Most women in the European Union who are abused by their partner do not call the police. Only one in three women (33 %) who are physically or sexually abused by their … report cases of violence,” said Virginija Langbakk, EIGE’s director. “The EU is one of the best places for women to …
… Digital technologies offer young women and men innovative ways to get involved in politics. … offered by digitalisation. Young people, especially women are put off from taking part in political discussions … and become future leaders,” said Virginija Langbakk, EIGE’s Director. Online harassment happens more often to young …
… moving forward but overall progress is very slow. The EU’s score is just four points higher than ten years ago, now … government policies are matching the specific needs of women and men and whether they are working or not’ said … This year I will propose further measures to help empower women and address the gender pay gap. Equality is not about …
… growth and better career opportunities, especially for women. One of the main challenges is that girls and boys tend … limiting their potential”, said Virginija Langbakk, EIGE’s director. The gender gaps in higher education carry on to … . Further information Read all about EIGE'sstudies on education Find out how gender equality in STEM …
… the internet and social media, cyber violence against women and girls is an increasing concern. Despite the lack of … is far more traumatic”, said Jurgita Peciuriene, EIGE's programme coordinator for gender-based violence. Experts … affects women and girls in different ways to men and boys, studies tend not to differentiate between women and men …
… Today’s job market is constantly increasing requirements on … sectors. This poses a major challenge for the 64 million women and men with low levels of education in Member States. … to people with middle and high levels of education. Women with low qualifications find it especially hard to …
… An increase in women’s employment in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and … of gender equality’ released today. The workshop on "Women in STEM: progress stalled or being eroded?" is …
… Equality (EIGE), launched on the occasion of international women’s day on 8 March 2017. “Equality between women and men is one of the EU's fundamental values. It is …
… spotlight on gender equality in education. With three new studies already underway, EIGE is delving into the classroom … reinforce them. For example, through textbooks which show women working in traditional roles, such as nurses and … experiences. For the complete definition see EIGE’s Glossary and Thesaurus . Roles start forming at school …
… More women and men are living on the edge of poverty and social … is also clear evidence that a heavy dependence on a father’s income in many families increases the risk of poverty and … into poverty. “We need to ensure better career options for women, fair wages and better social systems, such as pension …
… their countries and carried out a similar study using EIGE’s know-how. The findings show that women are remarkably absent from the power structures in … European Commission’s programme “Short-term high quality studies to support activities under the Eastern Partnership”. …
… of the decisions in sports organisations that affect both women and men athletes. To mark International Women’s Day, the European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) and …
… It is also an effective measure for judging a country’s or region’s development. But what does all of this have to … life easier. Therefore, the different roles and needs of women and men who use public infrastructure have to be taken into consideration and addressed. In Europe, women are more likely to be employed in part-time roles and …
… at risk of poverty and social exclusion in Europe. That’s almost one in four citizens. Over half of them are women. The Europe 2020 Strategy sets the target of lifting at … the last six years. Poverty and social exclusion among women and men in Europe is the subject of EIGE’s upcoming …