As progressive politicians, we are acutely aware of the significant prevalence of sexism and discrimination surrounding and shaping the societies we live in. We, the Socialists and Democrats in the European Parliament, want this to change.
Our vision for Europe is a feminist one. We want a life of dignity for all, and we see equality between men and women as the basis of democracy! We will not allow gender equality and women’s rights to be undermined, whether by conservative and right-wing governments or international anti-democratic movements. Gender equality and women’s rights are an integral part of any democratic society and as such, they need to be advanced, safeguarded and protected.
We put forward this position paper and a Charter on Women’s Rights as a roadmap, a pledge and a commitment to every woman and girl in the European Union and beyond. Gender equality and women’s rights are at the heart of the S&D Group, being main priorities and core values we strive to uphold, because we know that gender-equal societies are not just beneficiary for women. These societies are happier, healthier, safer, fairer and more prosperous for all.
Table of contents
- Gender equality – the basis of democracy, not a cherry on top
- EU Women’s Rights Charter
- Beat the stereotypes! Europe free from discrimination
- My body – my rights!
- Enhancing women’s economic independence
- Tackling gender bias in taxation
- Equal representation of women
- Stop the cycle of violence
- Gender perspective makes for a greener future
- Gender sensitive digital transition
- Feminist foreign policy
- Policies that work for women
