Tag: international women day
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All Together to celebrate the International Women’s Day: Our interview with Commissioner Thyssen on the situation of women in politics and in the labour market
Since 1991, you have worked in the European institutions – for 22 years as a member of the European Parliament and since 2014 as the European Commissioner for Employment, Social Affairs, Skills and Labour Mobility. How would you say the situation of women in politics at EU level has evolved since you started? Much has…
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All Together to celebrate the International Women’s Day: An inspirational discussion with Assita Kanko on women in politics and her will to empower women
The International Women’s Day is an occasion to rethink today’s role of women and the current general perception of women in leading positions. What do you believe are the main stereotypes that women have to face in politics? According to you, what is the best way for women to face and overcome these misconceptions? People…
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Our Interview with MEP Eva Maydell ahead of the International Women’s Day
The International Women’s Day is an occasion to rethink today’s role of women and the current general perception of women in leading positions. What do you believe are the main stereotypes that women have to face in politics? According to you, what is the best way for women to face and overcome these misconceptions? Whether…
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March 8: International Women’s Day
How did International Women’s Day begin? Every year on March 8, International Women’s Day is celebrated to honor the economic, social, cultural and political achievements of women in many countries around the world. On International Women’s Day, various organizations and people will praise the progress that has been made to this day, and advocate for…
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From Housewife to Business Woman. Discover the Story of Fatma Ozkan, New European Entrepreneur.
Meet Fatma Ozkan, who, at 45, found herself at the head of a company of 11 employees in a job for which she had no training or experience.
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“Equal careers should be a priority after the 2014 elections.” Interview with Elisabeth Morin-Chartier MEP
… Vice-President of the Committee on Women’s Rights and Gender Equality in the European Parliament and President of the European Union of Women, Elisabeth Morin-Chartier MEP (EPP) shares her views and positions on issues related to equal careers and women entrepreneurship. As the Permanent Rapporteur on the European Social Fund, she also speaks about the…