… and precarious employment, receiving lower pay and weaker social protection. Levels of precarious work are particularly … Another issue of concern observed in these times of social isolation has been the increased risk of domestic … most vulnerable during these situations, and will explore policy measures that can best tackle these inequalities. The …
… that gender equality is a cross-cutting issue in all policy areas and should be always considered in decisions … weaker legal protection are less likely to qualify for social security benefits accumulate fewer pension rights and … domestic caring responsibilities, for example nursing and social work. Migrant women particularly are over-represented …
… Since 2013, there have been several developments within EU policy that are relevant to the human rights of women. First, … effective rights for citizens’, the European Pillar of Social Rights. Proclaimed in 2017, the pillar outlines 20 key … access to the labour market; fair working conditions; and social protection and inclusion. …
… Traditionally, government policy and legislation have been viewed as gender-neutral and … inequalities in women’s and men’s economic, political and social position are not taken into consideration. That is why … women and men differently and they may even strengthen social, cultural or economic gender inequalities. If these …
… departments or ministries initiating a new norm or policy should be involved in the process of gender impact … routine, since it affects the design of any regulation, policy and programme as well as the work and knowledge of any … part of a broader impact assessment, which also includes social, economic and/or environmental impact. This would be …
… The first step is to define the purpose of the planned policy, law or programme and show how it connects with gender … some examples that could help during the analysis: What social issue is being addressed by this policy/legislative intervention? Why is this intervention …
… Once the law, policy or programme has been contextualised, it is necessary … of resources. Consequently, it has an impact on the social situation or position of women and men, by either … users, etc.) as ultimate beneficiaries. Even though the policy is not directly targeted at them, they can be affected …
… specific expertise is required. Expertise specific to the policy area and gender expertise are prerequisites for … an accurate analysis and for developing adequate policy responses. If required gender expertise is not … by a wide range of officials and oversimplifying complex social and economic issues. Stakeholders Consulting …
… of potential consequences of regulatory projects in the social, economic and environment fields as well as on public … on citizens, businesses and non-profit organisations; The policy coherence test for development; The SME test, which … impact assessment report on projects of regulations for policy areas covered under its authority. They can also …