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Women scientists and engineers surge across the EU, new data shows

While the number of female scientists and engineers in the EU has increased over the past decade, women are still widely underrepresented in these fields.

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Closing Europe’s deep tech gender gap: women-led startups set to scale

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A new EU-backed study has laid bare the scale and structure of Europe’s gender investment gap, with a sharp focus on deep tech. These technologies will shape the continent’s economic resilience, security and industrial competitiveness over the coming decades.

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Why are women more sceptical of AI than men? New study sheds light

Why are women more sceptical of AI than men? Risk aversion and exposure could have something to do with it, a new study finds.

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EU initiative boosts Austria’s push for gender equality at work

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An EU-funded initiative is helping Austrian manufacturers rethink workplace culture, with new training, coaching and equality measures showing how industry can close gender gaps from the shop floor up.

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Economy

Gender inequality: How having children affects women’s careers

Gender inequality goes beyond visible and measurable gaps. Even subtle shifts in women’s job tasks after having children can significantly undermine their long-term career prospects.

Europe in Motion

What's stopping Europe from plugging the gender gap?

Despite new data showing that complete gender parity in decision-making is still far from a reality, Spain and Ireland have made the most progress in the past 10 years.

Health news

Nearly 1 in 4 EU women say men receive better health care, study says

Women are more likely than men to seek medical help when they feel unwell, yet many believe they receive poorer treatment, according to a new report.

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'Digital violence is violence': UN Women Europe Chief tells Euronews

Online impunity and incel culture are putting women at risk, according to the director of the United Nations Women for Europe and Central Asia. "Online violence is real violence and it's impacting women the most" as gender backlash grows.

Health news

European health systems are failing victims of gender violence, WHO

A new report has found that health systems in Europe are not prepared to support victims of gender-based violence, creating unnecessary barriers that prevent women from seeking help.

France

Women's Forum 2025 highlights fight against violence in sport

Leaders and athletes are pushing for recognition, safety and empowerment at the 20th edition of the event in Paris.

Belgium

UN calls for recommitment to Women, Peace and Security agenda

On the 25th anniversary of the Women, Peace and Security agenda, a photo exhibition by UN Women and EEAS in Brussels celebrates women at the heart of peace processes.

Belgium

Latvia 'to respect' Istanbul Convention even if it walks out

Latvia will have to uphold protection rules for women even if it quits the Istanbul Convention in a divisive move seen as backtracking on fundamental rights.

Europe in Motion

How does gender inequality affect people with disabilities?

People with disabilities face discrimination in all areas of life. However, disabled women face especially bigger challenges, according to Inclusion Europe.

Work

How far along are countries on the EU’s salary transparency rules?

Member states are working to meet the June 2026 deadline for the EU's Pay Transparency Directive.

Europe News

What should be men’s role in the EU’s equality policies?

While progress for women remains central, EU policymakers warn that ignoring men’s challenges risks deepening a growing gender divide among young voters—one that could strengthen anti-feminist forces across the bloc.

Economy

Unpaid work in Europe: Which countries have the biggest gender gaps?

Unpaid work is a significant aspect of gender inequality in Europe, with women on average spending two hours more per day on it than men. Differences in the gap follow regional trends, shaped by gender stereotypes and norms.