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      In October EIGE releases its annual Gender Equality Index updating on the progress of gender equality in the EU. In this year’s Index edition, EIGE also makes links between gender equality and the European Green Deal exploring how the progress in gender equality can support the green transition. This year the Index conference is extended with two webinars taking a...

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      Between women and men in the EU, there’s a greater balance of childcare. But there isn’t when it comes to the type of task according to EIGE’s latest evidence. The distribution of unpaid childcare between women and men is moving in the right direction. EIGE’s evidence from a 2022 survey on gender gaps in unpaid care, individual and social activities...

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      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.

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      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.

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      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?

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    • 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.

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      EIGE’s new report for the Western Balkans and Türkiye provides guidance for combatting violence against women.

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Definition of gender stereotypes

Preconceived ideas whereby females and males are arbitrarily assigned characteristics and roles determined and limited by their gender. 

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  • Watch the workshop on women in STEM live on 8 March (16:15 to 17:15 CET)

    … 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 gender stereotypes. Watch the workshop on women in STEM on 8 March …

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  • EIGE launches enhanced Gender Equality in Academia and Research (GEAR) tool

    … In April 2022, EIGE launches an enhanced Gender Equality in Academia and Research (GEAR) tool, … to give wider audiences access to a simple way of making gender equality plans part of their institutional strategies. … of inequalities, unconscious gender biases, and gender stereotypes in research and higher education institutions. “ …

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  • Culture

    … Relevance of gender in the policy area Culture can be defined as the … etc.), entertainment, media and e-culture platforms. Gender aspects are relevant both in relation to the broad … ‘typical female’ roles might contribute to the creation of stereotypes that may limit or enable opportunities for women …

  • Learning seminar: EIGE - EU Social Partners

    … in education, training and employment: Fostering gender equality and the role of social partners” on 3 July … The aim of the meeting is to reflect on the impact of gender segregation in the labour market and different sectors … economic independence and contributes to decreased gender stereotypes in society and in the labour market.  The working …

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    03 Jul 2018, 9:30 CEST - 03 Jul 2018, 16:30 CEST Europe/Brussels
  • Event "A Europe free from Gender-based Violence"

    … Gender-based violence  (GBV) is one of the most pervasive … human rights violations of our time. It is rooted in gender inequalities and reinforces them. Gender-based violence harms women, men, families, communities …

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    10 Dec 2014, 14:30 EET - 10 Dec 2014, 19:00 EET Europe/Athens
  • What is sexism?

    … about women and men, which manifest themselves as gender stereotypes , can rank one gender as superior to another. Such hierarchical thinking can …

  • Integration of the sex/gender dimension into research and teaching content

    … & Webinars Tools & Resources The inclusion of the sex/gender dimension means that differences, whether biological … research and transferred through education is free of gender bias. Looking at potential sex and/or gender … with students are unconsciously influenced by gender stereotypes . Young people also hold stereotypical beliefs …

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  • Gender equality needs to reach everyone

    … 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 gender stereotypes, the bulk of caring responsibilities and …

  • Radio plays out-of-tune when it comes to gender equality

    … When it comes to gender equality, EIGE’s study shows that radio is not yet a fully gender-equal environment. The radio plays out-of-tune when it … Virginija Langbakk, Director of the European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE). Women journalists have in the past …

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  • Genere e sport: la cultura del rispetto, la subcultura della violenza/Gender and sport: the culture of respect, the subculture of violence

    … a distorted and discriminatory approach to the issues of gender identity and sexual orientation in sport. We are … that we usually encounter in the procedural treatment of gender-based violence arise, in which frequently the victim …

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    20 Jan 2021, 14:30 EET - 20 Jan 2021, 17:30 EET Europe/Vilnius
  • Equality bodies: How do they strengthen gender equality?

    … but what role do equality bodies play in strengthening gender equality? Director Carlien Scheele discussed EIGE’s … work on the effectiveness of the equality bodies for gender equality and gender mainstreaming in the EU at the … campaigns promoting gender equality and combatting gender stereotypes. Third is technical support. EIGE provides …

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  • Data collection on intimate partner violence by the police and justice sectors: Austria

    … do not align with international human rights treaties. A gender-neutral approach to the law, coupled with the unavailability of data and existing stereotypes result in the denial of violence against women …

  • Data collection on intimate partner violence by the police and justice sectors: Belgium

    … do not align with international human rights treaties. A gender-neutral approach to the law, coupled with the unavailability of data and existing stereotypes result in the denial of violence against women …

  • Data collection on intimate partner violence by the police and justice sectors: Bulgaria

    … do not align with international human rights treaties. A gender-neutral approach to the law, coupled with the unavailability of data and existing stereotypes result in the denial of violence against women …

  • Data collection on intimate partner violence by the police and justice sectors: Czech Republic

    … do not align with international human rights treaties. A gender-neutral approach to the law, coupled with the unavailability of data and existing stereotypes result in the denial of violence against women …

  • Data collection on intimate partner violence by the police and justice sectors: Denmark

    … do not align with international human rights treaties. A gender-neutral approach to the law, coupled with the unavailability of data and existing stereotypes result in the denial of violence against women …

  • Data collection on intimate partner violence by the police and justice sectors: Germany

    … do not align with international human rights treaties. A gender-neutral approach to the law, coupled with the unavailability of data and existing stereotypes result in the denial of violence against women …

  • Data collection on intimate partner violence by the police and justice sectors: Estonia

    … do not align with international human rights treaties. A gender-neutral approach to the law, coupled with the unavailability of data and existing stereotypes result in the denial of violence against women …

  • Data collection on intimate partner violence by the police and justice sectors: Ireland

    … do not align with international human rights treaties. A gender-neutral approach to the law, coupled with the unavailability of data and existing stereotypes result in the denial of violence against women …

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