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Renewal of the EU Plan of Action on Gender Equality

Summary

The European Parliament calls for a renewed EU Plan of Action to promote gender equality and women's empowerment in international development, ensuring these issues are integrated into all EU external policies.
10 08.10.2015
Other
human rights
social policy
equal treatment
public administration
international relations

Key points

  • There is a need for a renewed political commitment to improve the performance of gender equality actions.
  • The new plan should be integrated into all EU external policies, including trade, humanitarian aid, and migration.
  • A major focus must be placed on combating all forms of violence against women, including human trafficking and forced marriage.
  • Access to sexual and reproductive healthcare must be recognized as a fundamental human right.
Documents (PDFs)
MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the renewal of the EU Plan of Action on Gender Equality on Women’s Empowerment in Development Renewal of the EU Plan of action on Gender equality and Women's empowerment in development
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