… 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 … inequalities such as a higher prevalence of part-time work, unequal division of household work, gender employment …
… 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 … competing demands on time (double burden of home and work responsibilities). Although most of these difficulties …
… are also important as farmers. In addition to paid farm work, women still assume the main share of unpaid … and other self-employed men, they are not entitled to social security in their own right and often do not hold … and the development of activities related to healthcare, social integration and tourism. Furthermore, the …
… both in relation to the broad definition of culture as a ‘social construction’ and to the way in which cultural policy … and differ in time and place. Gender is a cultural and social construction, defined by the power relations between … generally speaking, graduates in these disciplines tend to work in the cultural and creative sector. In some countries, …
… economic growth while at the same time addressing social challenges through information and communications … Internet means: increased efficiency/productivity in their work and businesses; improved access to markets to sell and … boost in the EU of EUR 9 billion. In terms of addressing social challenges, access to modern ICT and the Internet …
… the effects can be seen in increased numbers starting work. The evidence is consistent with the theory that the … 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 …
… stable. The slow tempo of changes in the sharing of unpaid work represents a serious constraint for women’s equal access … 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 …
… in the field of energy can be linked with human rights and social, environmental and economic development. From a gender … needs. Women spend more time than men in unpaid household work. This means that women spend more time at home and are … women’s right to equality and represent a significant social achievement. Yet this potential is blocked by …
… extreme weather events and an increased burden from care work. There is also evidence of gender-specific consumption … 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 …
… need to adequately explore and address the combination of social and biological sources of differences in women’s and … affect men exclusively. Besides biological factors, social norms also affect the health status of women and men … sector (when compared to other sectors of the economy) work–life balance the provision of supportive and safe …
… law system is based on the principle of recognising paid work. However, this system does not take into account … 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 …
… statistics grossly underestimate the reality of women’s work in some of these sectors, and the widespread economic … 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 …
… the European Union (EU) devotes 5 articles to “economic, social and territorial cohesion” (Articles 174 – 178). The policy aims to reduce the economic, social and territorial disparities between EU regions by … for only 20% of the workforce in these sectors and tend to work in lower-qualified and lower-paid jobs. However, if …
… in R & I are not limited to positions, working time or work contracts, but are also evident in R & I outputs like … 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 …
… exemplifies a societal and cultural process in which the social construction of femininity and masculinity plays a key … skating and equestrian sports) and they predominantly work with women, adolescents or children who compete at local … sexist gender stereotypes in sport and creating a positive social and educational climate for all. Gender-friendly …
… product (GDP). While its contribution to economic and social development is widely acknowledged in the literature, … in the community. Tourism also offers part-time and shift work, which can support work–life balance. Increasing women’s … do not provide legal protection or allow women access to social protection and health measures (e.g. there are no …
… (namely time and monetary costs) to fulfil their economic, social and domestic roles. The costs of unreliable and … system does not enable them to travel to and from work in time to also meet their domestic family care … road transport workers The Commission plans to adopt a Social Code addressed to mobile workers and employers to make …