Gender Mainstreaming is an integral part of EQUAL. It is a tool to better understand the causes of inequalities between women and men and come up with appropriate strategies to tackle them. This guide explains Gender Mainstreaming in simple terms and shows the benefit it can bring. The guide has...

The persistent lack of equality between men and women in the EU could impact on its Lisbon goals, according to this new report. Progress has been made in the EU on narrowing the gender gap, but progress remains slow. The European Commission report will be reviewed by EU heads of state and...

The EU recognizes gender equality as a fundamental right and as a necessary condition for growth, employment, and social cohesion. Gender inequalities, however, are an important feature of poverty and social exclusion. This report therefore explores the extent to which Member States and EEA/EFTA...

At the request of the European Council, the European Commission reports each year on progress towards gender equality and presents challenges and priorities for the future. This publication gives an overview of recent developments as regards the situation of women and men in the EU with relevant...