Category Archives: Employment

Sexual Harassment In the Workplace

Posted on 26 October 2011 in Employment, Gender issues

This month marks the 20th anniversary of the landmark case in the United States in which law professor Anita Hill accused then-Supreme Court nominee Clarence Thomas of sexual harassment. This case was a turning point in the USA, bringing attention … Continue reading →

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Empowering Women for Sustainable Development

Posted on 21 April 2011 in Education, Employment, Environment, Gender issues

Sustainable development depends on an equitable distribution of resources for today and for the future. It cannot be achieved without gender equality. Women’s empowerment is a key factor for achieving sustainable economic growth, social development and environmental sustainability. A recent … Continue reading →

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6.9 million women slaves … in 2010

Posted on 3 November 2010 in Employment, Family, Human Rights

Human trafficking is the illegal trade in human beings for the purposes of sexual exploitation or forced labor. This “modern-day slavery” is the fastest growing criminal industry in the world. Around 12.3 million adults and children are  in forced prostitution … Continue reading →

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Repercussions of the Economic Crisis on Women in the European Labour Market

Posted on 14 April 2010 in Employment, Gender issues

The impact of the economic downturn continues to unfold with pressure on global financial markets, increasing unemployment, and weakening of major industrial sectors. Data from across the EU shows a rise in unemployment for both men and women. The prognosis … Continue reading →

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What about the gender pension gap?

Posted on 27 January 2010 in Employment, Family, Gender issues

Much attention is given to the gender pay gap, but one hears much less about the increasing gender pension gap –  a growing problem in most countries. Pension systems are usually based on employment related contributions.  Women’s working patterns – … Continue reading →

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