Unpaid care: Around one third of women and men struggle to strike a work-life balance in the EU Unpaid care is often taken for granted. It's simply done without question as a labour of love. But EIGE’s new time use survey focused on care, leisure and volunteering activities reveals unpaid care is in a pressure cooker situation right now which demands introspection and long-term solutions. Data collected from all EU Member States found that 42% of women and 38% of men are involved in unpaid caregiving activities, such as caring for children, older family members, or people with disabilities. Topics Employment Date 01 Jun 2023
Are you ready to take #3StepsForward for gender equality? Achieving equality between women and men makes everyone better off. We have come a long way, but there’s still more to do. Let’s shape an economy where gender equality, social fairness and prosperity go hand in hand. #3StepsForward is how policymakers, business leaders and individuals can unite to build a fairer future. We all have a role to play. Join our #3StepsForward campaign and do your part! Topics Economic and financial affairs Date 17 Aug 2022
Gender-sensitive communication This toolkit provides guidelines for the use of gender-sensitive language in writing. Gender-sensitive communication ensures that women and men – and those who do not conform to the binary gender system – are treated as persons of equal importance and dignity. Section Publications
Sexism at work: How can we stop it? The European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) has published a handbook to help stop sexism in the workplace. From recruitment to performance evaluation, EIGE’s handbook shows how organisations can ensure women and men employees feel safe, respected and fulfilled. Topics Employment Date 24 Nov 2020
What does it take to achieve gender equality? – Resources and structures key for women's empowerment With International Women’s Day just around the corner, progress towards gender equality is high on the agenda. But what does it take to really pave the way for gender equality? Date 27 Feb 2023
GRPP: Four letters can unlock €2 trillion to accelerate our drive towards gender equality Each year the EU spends 14% of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) on public works, from building projects to social infrastructure. Smart targeting of that €2 trillion in public funds and considering how it impacts the lives of both women and men is the essence of Gender-responsive public procurement, or GRPP. Topics Economic and financial affairs Date 18 Oct 2022
Hidden in plain sight: improving legal responses for ‘invisible’ victims of femicide Topics Health Justice Youth Violence Date 07 Feb 2023
Closing the gaps: How data accelerates progress on gender equality EIGE’s new report for the Western Balkans and Türkiye provides guidance for combatting violence against women. Topics Health Justice Violence Date 03 Mar 2023
Cooperation with EU candidate countries and potential candidates EIGE is committed to strengthening its partnerships with candidate countries and potential candidates, as part of its efforts to promote peace, stability and prosperity in the wider European continent. Through a variety of mechanisms, including political dialogue, financial assistance, and technical cooperation, the EU supports the reform efforts of these countries and helps them prepare for eventual membership in the Union.
Definition of female genital mutilation All procedures that involve partial or total removal of the external female genitalia, or other injury to the female genital organs for non-medical reasons. Content type Glossary & Thesaurus