SD4EU - Social Dialogue for a Union of Equality

🌍 Key Highlights on Gender Equality in the EU 🌍 EIGE revealed its Gender Equality Index 2024 on 10 December, showing slow progress towards a “union of equality”. 📊💪 The EU scored 71.0 out of 100, indicating there is still a considerable journey ahead to achieve full gender equality. 🩺 Health: Most advanced area. 🏋️♀️ Power: Most significant gender inequalities and, at the same time, most notable improvement since 2021. 💼 Employment Gap: Dropped from 17 to 15 percentage points (2010-2022), with disparities for mothers and non-EU-born women. 📉 Poverty Risks: 17% of women vs. 15% of men are at risk, lone mothers and older women most affected. 🎓 Higher Education: 28% of women vs. 26% of men hold tertiary degrees, with a 9-point gender gap in favor of women for ages 25–49. 🏠 Unequal Care Work: Women perform more caregiving (34% daily vs. 25% for men), especially in families with children. 🗳 Representation in Power: Women hold 39% of seats in the European Parliament, though 2024 saw a slight decrease. Gaps remain in economic decision-making. ⚖ Corporate Gender Balance: Women occupy 34% of board seats in top companies, boosted by EU initiatives. 🔗 Moving Forward: Despite progress, more action is needed, particularly in corporate and political power. #SocialDialogue #genderequality #sd4eu Malta Federation of Professional Associations UNPLIB The European Council of the Liberal Professions (CEPLIS) UNAPL Eurocadres EQUAL Ireland Confprofessioni UILtuCS

🌍 EIGE Gender Equality Forum 2024: Building a Fairer Future 🌍 On December 10–11, 2024, the European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) hosted its Gender Equality Forum, bringing together policymakers, activists, and young leaders to tackle key challenges. Discussions covered pressing issues such as gender-based violence, digital and ecological transitions, and women’s role in leadership and peacebuilding, with a focus on young and migrant women’s perspectives. EIGE’s Director, Carlien Scheele, called for “data-driven strategies and collective action” to address inequalities. The forum was a powerful reminder that achieving gender equality requires everyone’s commitment. #SocialDialogue #GenderEquality #SD4EU Confprofessioni The European Council of the Liberal Professions (CEPLIS) Eurocadres UNAPL UNPLIB UILtuCS EQUAL Ireland Malta Federation of Professional Associations

⚖ Join the EIGE Gender Equality Forum 2024! 🗓 When: December 10-11, 2024 🌍 Where: Brussels & online 🔑 What will be discussed? 📊 Equal pay and opportunities beyond gender 💻 Emerging threats, like online misogyny and AI bias 🌍 Climate justice and its disproportionate impact on women 💡 Innovative solutions for a more inclusive and equal future 📣 The #SD4EU team will be following the event—don’t miss out! 🚀 Register now on EIGE’s website and be part of a fairer future using this link: https://lnkd.in/e4dZMUWX ♀♂ #SocialDialogue #genderequality Malta Federation of Professional Associations UNPLIB The European Council of the Liberal Professions (CEPLIS) UNAPL Eurocadres EQUAL Ireland Confprofessioni UILtuCS

💼 Gender Pay Gap in Liberal Professions: Time for Change 💬 The latest Confprofessioni Report highlights a persistent gender pay gap in liberal professions, despite income growth post-pandemic. 📊 Key facts: ✔️Women earn significantly less than men in both regulated and non-regulated professions. ✔️In legal fields, women earn less than half of what men earn (€26,530 vs. €56,338). ✔️Disparities grow with age, especially in the 40-50 group. Women increasingly opt for lower-income tax regimes (+15.6% vs. +2.7% for men). 💡 Action is needed to foster fairness through inclusive pay policies and targeted support. Let's work for equity in every profession!

Part-Time Work in Europe: Balancing Flexibility and Precarity Part-time work is growing across Europe, with stark differences in how it is experienced: 👩💼 Gender Disparity: Women are far more likely to work part-time (29.3%) compared to men (9.6%). 🌍 Regional Variations: Northern Europe (e.g., Netherlands, Germany): Part-time work often supports work-life balance and is usually voluntary. Southern Europe (e.g., Italy, Spain): It is more often involuntary, linked to underemployment and low-skilled sectors. 🇮🇹 Italy’s Challenge: Over 69% of men and 50% of women in part-time roles would prefer full-time jobs, reflecting significant precarity. While part-time work can promote flexibility ✨, its implications vary greatly across countries, shaped by labour market conditions and economic policies.

🌍 Gender Equality in the EU: A Dynamic Principle 🇪🇺 Gender equality in the EU isn’t a fixed principle—it’s a dynamic, evolving concept shaped by legal progress and changing social values. Unlike many national systems, where equality is defined once and then interpreted over time, the EU has continuously reshaped its approach through treaties and rulings by the Court of Justice. ⚖️ Starting with the Treaty of Rome’s prohibition against sex-based pay discrimination in 1957, gender equality has grown into a fundamental principle, influencing all areas of social life. 🌱💼 In our latest analysis, we explore this "moving target"—how EU gender equality has been transformed through political, legal, and cultural influences. By examining key legal advancements and policy shifts, we reveal how gender equality is central to the broader European integration project. 🇪🇺✨ 📖 Discover more about the key phases and ongoing challenges of gender equality in the EU! 💬 #genderequality #SocialDialogue #sd4eu Malta Federation of Professional Associations UNPLIB The European Council of the Liberal Professions (CEPLIS) UNAPL Eurocadres EQUAL Ireland Confprofessioni UILtuCS

🌟 The journey of SD4EU continues! 🌟 The SD4EU project has been underway for some time now, and today we want to remind you that many exciting updates are on the way! 🚀 Every week, we will share some insights and information on the report 🎉 Our project aims to monitor and analyze the progress, challenges, and future initiatives to ensure a more equitable Europe for all. 🌍 Stay tuned on our social media to make sure you don't miss any upcoming news! 📲 #sd4eu #genderequality #SocialDialogue Malta Federation of Professional Associations UNPLIB The European Council of the Liberal Professions (CEPLIS) UNAPL Eurocadres EQUAL Ireland Confprofessioni UILtuCS

The Situation in the European Union According to the EIGE Gender Equality Index The European Union is making significant strides toward gender equality, with notable improvements in some areas but ongoing challenges in others: Overall Ranking: The EU has an overall score of 70.2 out of 100, representing an improvement of 1.6 points from the previous year. This still highlights the need for further efforts to achieve full gender equality. Strengths: The European Union stands out in the health domain, achieving the highest score with 88.5 points, particularly in the subdomain of access to healthcare services (97.3 points). Biggest Improvement: Since 2010, the EU has improved its score by 7.1 points, with an increase of 3.6 points since 2020, mainly driven by progress in the time domain and the work domain. Main Challenge: The most pronounced gender inequalities are in the power domain, where the EU scores 59.1 points, with delays particularly in the subdomain of economic decision-making power. Growth Trend: From 2010 to 2021, the EU has improved gender equality, reducing disparities among Member States. Some countries are catching up quickly, while others lag behind, emphasizing the need for ongoing efforts. For more details, visit: https://lnkd.in/dHPejBwa Malta Federation of Professional Associations UNPLIB The European Council of the Liberal Professions (CEPLIS) UNAPL Eurocadres EQUAL Ireland Confprofessioni UILtuCS

What is the situation in Malta according to the EIGE Gender Equality Index? 🌍 Malta is making significant strides toward gender equality, showcasing strong performance across various domains: 🔹 Overall Ranking: Malta ranks 14th in the EU with a score of 67.8, which is 2.4 points below the EU average. 🔹 Strengths: The country excels in the domain of work, holding the 3rd position with a score of 80.0, and has made notable progress in the domain of knowledge, moving up to 4th place. 🔹 Biggest Improvement: Malta's score has increased by 13.4 points since 2010, with a rise of 2.2 points since 2020, primarily in the domains of knowledge and power. 🔹 Main Challenge: Gender inequalities persist in the domain of power, where Malta scores 45.3 points and ranks 19th, with significant room for improvement in political decision-making. 🔹 Growth Trend: Despite progress, Malta's overall ranking has fallen by one place due to the rapid advancement of other Member States. For more details, visit: https://lnkd.in/ecP9nw6R #sd4eu #SocialDialogue #genderequality Malta Federation of Professional Associations UNPLIB The European Council of the Liberal Professions (CEPLIS) UNAPL Eurocadres EQUAL Ireland Confprofessioni UILtuCS