The Financial independence and gender equality: Joining the dots between income, wealth and power Report published in May
2024
​This report presents evidence on gender inequalities in financial independence in the EU, with a particular focus on how financial independence has been defined and measured. It summarises the available data (and its limitations) and explores
different methodologies and approaches for estimating key dimensions of financial independence (income, wealth, power and control) from a gender equality perspective. You can find the PDF version here: ​LINKS TO THE PDF

Brussels Declaration, An European Manifesto
2024
The Brussels Declaration represents a collective effort to address gender disparities and advocate for inclusive policies and actions across all EU institutions. With this basis, we are your sparring partners when it comes to deciding the framework for Gender Equality in Europe..
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The FEM ROM 2021 Final report in which WEP participated in support of ROMA and Traveller women and girls
2023
The aim of the project was to develop a strategy for the empowerment of Roma and Traveler women and girls especially after the consequence of the Covid-19 pandemic that impacted them in a much greater level. So, the main objective was to create Roma Youth Women Action policy recommendations report applicable for the realities in Greece, Belgium and Sweden.framework for Gender Equality Europe. here: LINKS TO THE PDF

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The Gender Equality Index of 2023
2023
The Gender Equality Index for the European Union (EU) has surpassed 70 points for the first time, showing a growth of 1.6 points since 2022. This increase in the overall EU score is the highest year-on-year rise since the first edition of the Index in 2013. This was primarily due to the update of the domain oftime, the first such update since 2016, enabled by the European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) 2022 survey on gender gaps in unpaid care, individual and social activities.
here: LINKS TO THE PDF
Report on WISE4Challenges research presented by WEP to Copa-Cogeca Women's Committee
March 2022
​Through WISE4Challenges, WEP explores how the Green Deal can be an opportunity for promoting the economic empowerment of rural women, as well as helping Europe meet its commitment of climate neutrality.
The purpose of the research was to assess if and how women farmers and rural women entrepreneurs can contribute to the Green Deal (GD) and to the European Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF).
​Read our report here.
The Missing Entrepreneurs 2021: Policies for inclusive entrepreneurship and self‑employment 
2021
This report examines policies to enhance entrepreneurship among underrepresented groups like women, youth, and immigrants, addressing barriers, COVID-19 impacts, and untapped potential. It includes thematic chapters on microfinance and immigrant entrepreneurs, with country-specific trends, policy issues, and recommendations for all 27 EU member states. You can access the full report on this link.
Why are Women Entrepreneurs missing out on Funding?
2020
​Important questions posed by  European Investment Bank  InnovFin Advisory in their study into the availability of finance for women-owned and managed companies in Europe as compared to the United States.  
​Read their report here

Highlighting Rural Women within EU's Gender Equality Strategy 
Inequality between men and women is not only prominent in urban areas.  COPA-COGECA, the strongest interest group for European farmers, believe it is important to highlight that rural areas, and most importantly rural women, should not be forgotten in the European Union’s strive for gender equality.
​Read their report here

A Union of Equality: Gender Equality Strategy 2020-2025 issued by the European Commission in 2020

The promotion of equality between women and men is a task for the Union, in all its activities, required by the Treaties. Gender equality is a core value of the EU, a fundamental right1 and key principle of the European Pillar of Social Rights2. It is a reflection of who we are. It is also an essential condition for an innovative, competitive and thriving European economy. In business, politics and society as a whole, we can only reach our full potential if we use all of our talent and diversity. PDF could be found here: LINKS TO THE PDF

European Parliament Study on Gender Equality in the EU's digital and media sectors

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This briefing analyzes the risks and benefits finds that new information and communication technologies can be a gateway for women and girls to access new opportunities, means of expression and participation, and a powerful tool for advancing gender equality. In employment, for example, the digital sector offers highly skilled, better-paid jobs that could help to eliminate the gender pay gap. Read more here.


European Parliament Study on Gender Equality in the Media

The European Parliament Think Tank has published a study on demand from the European Commission on 'Gender Equality in the Media'.  It examines key elements of the European policy agenda pertaining to gender equality in the media sector. It also reviews existing research on women's representation within media content and the media workforce. The study provides analysis of actions to promote gender equality in the media at both EU and Member State levels.  Read more here. ​

​2017 Report on Gender Equality in EU 28

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​A new report on Gender Equality in the EU-28 produced by European Commission and European Institute for Gender Equality.  The report explores six core domains: work, health, knowledge, power, time and money. The most improvement was made in the domain of power, as there was a significant narrowing of the gender gap in national parliaments and corporate boards.  Read more here.