Equality Bodies at Work

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September 30, 2024

The French Defender of Rights addressing discrimination based on socio-economic background

By considering socio-economic background as a potential ground for discrimination, Equality Bodies work to rectify injustices and promote equality, particularly for those in disadvantaged circumstances. The […]
September 4, 2024

The Polish Commissioner for Human Rights ensuring equality in education

Ensuring education for all is crucial, as it empowers individuals, promotes social equality, and fosters career advancement. Michael, a long-term resident of the EU in Poland […]
July 2, 2024

The Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights addressing discrimination based on race and ethnic origin

Equality Bodies with the mandate to protect individuals from discrimination related to their racial and ethnic background ensure the preservation and respect of fundamental rights for […]
July 2, 2024

The Finnish Non-Discrimination Ombudsman promoting equality and inclusion in sports

  Sport plays a key role in social life as it brings together people from diverse backgrounds including different ethnicities, gender, and sexual orientation. Equality Bodies […]
May 31, 2024

The Cypriot Commissioner for Administration and the Protection of Human Rights ensuring the rights of people with disabilities

Equality Bodies can use their recommendation powers to promote reasonable accommodations and prevent disadvantages from happening, ensuring full equality for all. After 30 years working at […]
April 24, 2024

The Czech Public Defender of Rights promoting LGBTQI+ equality and inclusion

  Equality Bodies that have a mandate to tackle discrimination based on the grounds of gender identity, sex characteristics and gender expression can better address the […]
April 16, 2024

Gender Equality and Climate Change Mitigation: How Can the Two Go Hand in Hand?

Introduction Gender equality and climate change mitigation are two of the most pressing global challenges of our time. While these issues may seem unrelated on the […]
March 25, 2024

UNIA, The Interfederal Centre for Equal Opportunities, in Belgium guaranteeing an equal green transition

Policies that counter climate change must include an equality dimension to avoid exacerbating existing inequalities. Equality Bodies ensure that the green transition is fully inclusive and […]
February 26, 2024

The Federal Anti-Discrimination Agency in Germany ensuring gender equality in the workplace

Equality Bodies play a crucial role in achieving equal pay in Europe. Pay transparency is an essential tool to tackle the gender pay gap and ensure […]