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Despite the fact that women make up half of the population, they are still not equally represented in the key institutions of the European Union, even in leadership positions. The European Parliament and the European Commission are taking a number of steps to improve gender equality, both internally and towards the public. Adéla Gajdošíková writes in her blog what the current representation in these institutions looks like and what concrete measures they are taking.
27. September 2024
The European Parliament is actively trying to change the situation regarding equality between women and men. Last year, for example, Parliament adopted new rules on pay transparency. Women in the European Union earn on average just under 13% less than men. Under the new rules, the difference should not exceed 5%.
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