… the policy area Poverty is both a cause and an effect of social discrimination and exclusion; it is both complex and … for survival and extends to the deprivation of civil, social and cultural activities, as well as opportunities for … points). Across the majority of EU countries, mothers with partners have noticeably higher rates of participation in the …
… focused on enhancing women’s equality, empowerment and social inclusion, its development is now seen to make good … and training gaps lack of contacts and access to social support and networking education and occupational … Having access to a strong network of business partners can be a highly important factor in achieving …
… are individuals who are employed and earn less than their partners. They represent the majority of working women in … taxation of income from labour and government spending on social welfare benefits have similar effects on labour … A growth-friendly tax structure could go hand-in-hand with social equity if tax reforms are adequately designed. Fiscal …
… women and men to participate more actively in all areas of social life. In particular, flexible working arrangements can … Commission launched a first stage consultation with EU social partner organisations on how to improve work–life … parental leave and part-time work, and invites the socialpartners to identify possible improvements to existing …
… in the field of energy can be linked with human rights and social, environmental and economic development. From a gender … women’s right to equality and represent a significant social achievement. Yet this potential is blocked by … process, and that modern energy services are essential to social inclusion and gender equality. In September 2011, UN …
… strategies Climate change is a complex environmental and social issue, affecting a world that is characterised by, and … women-headed households due to gender gaps in income and social and economic resources. Women and men living in Europe … can be partly explained by gendered socialisation and the social roles assigned to, and performed by, women and men. …
… coerced into committing crimes by abusing and controlling partners, but this aspect is barely recognised in the … are also discriminated against due to their economic and social status According to the Council of Europe, belonging … barriers that discriminate against women Cultural and social expectations and values may prevent women from seeking …
… the fisheries sector. This category includes spouses, life partners, mothers, sisters and daughters, who play an active … This status, when available, gives women access to social benefits which in turn provide cover during maternity leave, pension rights, training and many other social benefits. However, this status is not yet available to …
… economic growth with more and better jobs and greater social cohesion. To this end, it was stipulated that by 2010 … gender, racial or ethnic origin, religion or belief, social diversity, disability, age and sexual orientation, and … covering five programme areas: education, natural science, social and human sciences, culture, communication and …