… and how do they make it tricky? What is the impact of genderstereotypes? And how does all this trickle down to little … have more women in the workforce, and higher levels of gender equality overall. That is why, 20 years ago, the …
… The EU’s founding treaty includes a commitment to end the gender pay gap. Since 1957, we’ve been signed up to the … 14 % less per hour than men. At the European Institute for Gender Equality, we collect data and try to find out why we … Behind all these factors lies the same reason: genderstereotypes and beliefs around who should do what job, and …
… 2021. Good morning from Brussels, and welcome to the Gender Equality Index 2021. Thank you for joining us from … wherever you are today. We at the European Institute for Gender Equality, EIGE, are looking forward to hosting you for … to mental health, we can see the harmful impact of genderstereotypes. Men often do not seek help when they need to, …
… The European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) has published a handbook to help stop … discrimination, for example when they don’t conform to stereotypes by asking for help or showing empathy. EIGE’s … a step closer to achieving the EU’s founding value of gender equality. Further reading Sexism at work: How can we …
… practices on integration. A new study from EIGE provides a gender analysis of policies on education and training of … than both low-skilled women and highly-skilled men. Stereotypes in Member States reduce migrant women to the role … harness the potential of migrant women and men through gender-sensitive policymaking. For more information, please …
… handshake have in common? They are all examples of gender-discriminatory, even sexist language. They imply that … These expressions reflect unconscious bias and enforce genderstereotypes. To help you use language and images which are …
… The gender pay gap reveals the different realities that women and … a new report published today by the European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE). “Women are using flexible work … up being 37% less than men’s. “We must get rid of genderstereotypes that underpin the pay gap, starting with the …
… disabilities face a double disadvantage because of their gender and their disability. They are confronted with more … home and they experience a higher risk of poverty. Due to genderstereotypes, the bulk of caring responsibilities and …
… mark International Women’s Day, the European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) focuses on ways to tap women’s potential in this growing sector. “Deep-rooted stereotypes are one of the main obstacles for women’s careers … consider a future in tech. This trend threatens to widen gender segregation even more. This is a real problem for …
… technology (ICT) and health or personal care. Gender segregation poses challenges for these industries and … keep missing out on these job opportunities because of gender segregation that shapes their choices from an early … better living conditions for their entire family. “Genderstereotypes are the motion force behind segregation, …
… 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 … classroom should be an environment that challenges genderstereotypes and breaks them down. Unfortunately, it often …
… decision-making. The data will complement other areas of gender statistics already covered by EIGE’s Gender Statistics Database, such as employment, education and … as education, health and culture, reinforcing traditional stereotypes about women’s roles and expertise. Their male …
… 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 … leads to a gender pay gap and further reinforces genderstereotypes. Watch the workshop on women in STEM on 8 March …