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EU Gender Equality Progress Report 2013

Summary

A comprehensive report on the state of gender equality in the EU, calling for urgent action to close the pay gap, combat violence against women, and improve work-life balance.
10 10.03.2015
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woman
economy
civil law
human rights
social policy
equal treatment
social security
administrative law
employment and working conditions

Key points

  • The report highlights that gender equality remains a fundamental right that is not yet fully realized across the EU.
  • Significant economic disparities exist, including a 16.4% gender pay gap and higher poverty rates among women.
  • There is an urgent need to enforce existing laws regarding equal treatment and pay transparency in the workplace.
  • The report calls for increased ratification of international agreements to combat violence against women.
Documents (PDFs)
REPORT on progress on equality between women and men in the European Union in 2013 Progress on equality between women and men in the EU in 2013
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