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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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  • When women are safe online, democracy is stronger

    … on the topic: "Women’s rights and democracy: combating stereotypes, disinformation and violence in the digital age” … have heard from the different speakers the extent to which gender equality is under pressure. And when we hear it … timely that we are having this discussion just as the new Gender Equality Strategy for 2026–2030 is being launched. …

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  • Behind the numbers: Analysing police and justice data on intimate partner violence and domestic violence

    … data across the EU. To provide a fuller picture of how gender‑based violence is recorded and understood, the report … EIGE, Eurostat, 2024) and Flash Eurobarometer survey 544 (‘gender stereotypes – violence against women’) together with case …

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  • Understand gender bias

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  • Step 2. Select the subfactors

    … (not individual performance)? Yes No Is the missing aspect gender-neutral – not gender-biased or something that will reinforce gender stereotypes – and it can be applied consistently across all …

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  • Step 1. Understand the pair comparison method and the factor and subfactor plan

    … (not individual performance)? Yes No Is the missing aspect gender-neutral – not gender-biased or something that will reinforce gender stereotypes – and it can be applied consistently across all …

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  • Adjust job titles and descriptions - Tool 6

    … the organisation. If they are inaccurate, outdated or gender-biased, they can undermine the fairness of the job evaluation and classification and reinforce gender stereotypes. Tool 6 helps you review existing job titles and …

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  • Spot the gender bias – play now!

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  • Step 1. Understand the point–factor method and the factor and subfactor plan

    … and subfactor plan ensures consistency and reduces gender bias. How? Schedule some time to learn about the … (not individual performance)? Yes No Is the missing aspect gender-neutral – not gender-biased or something that will reinforce gender stereotypes – and it can be applied consistently across all …

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  • Step 2. Score each job profile

    … for transparency. Mistakes to avoid Scoring based on gender stereotypes (e.g. undervaluing care or communication or … toolkit and check Tool 5 . EU-wide guidelines on gender-neutral job evaluation and classification: …

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  • Adjust job titles and descriptions - Tool 6

    … the organisation. If they are inaccurate, outdated or gender-biased, they can undermine the fairness of the job evaluation and classification and reinforce stereotypes. Tool 6 helps you review existing job titles and … necessary so that they are clear, consistent and free from gender bias. This ensures that all job roles are presented …

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  • Spot the gender bias – play now!

    … job description. Click on any words or phrases that look gender-biased or stereotyped. Replace them with the suggested … see the corrected version. Try all four rounds to become a gender-bias buster! Round 1 – Receptionist We are looking for … Remember Always use gender-neutral job titles. Replace stereotypes associated with women or men with clear, factual …

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  • Check for gender bias

    … organisation’s current job titles and descriptions for gender-biased language or assumptions. Tick each box where you find gender bias. Does the job title imply that a particular gender is expected for the job (e.g. ‘female caregiver’, …

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  • Spot the gender bias – play now!

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  • Key terms explained

    … A plain-language glossary. By-level gender pay gap Pay differences between women and men working … that pay is determined according to the same objective, gender-neutral criteria for women and men performing the same … and responsibilities and that it challenges gender stereotypes while supporting inclusive decision-making …

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  • High-level Breakfast with stakeholders

    … EIGE hosts an annual breakfast conversation on Gender Equality in the EU and the role of gender stereotypes. The event gathers Ambassadors of the EU Member …

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  • Efficiency at what cost? Gender equality in the era of automated decision-making

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