🌍 The European Green Deal needs feminism. Our latest policy brief shows why the fight for climate justice must go hand in hand with the fight for gender equality.

Yesterday, at the Centre Albert Borschette in Brussels, the #EuropeanCommission consulted civil society on the future strategy for gender equality. Gender Five Plus was there to make its voice heard.

By FEPS, FES Future of Work, @gender5plus.bsky.social & the EUGENDERING Jean Monnet Chair

The workshop will examine how the integration of AI systems in our societies will impact equality and non-discrimination. Co-hosted by FEPS FES Future of Work @gender5plus.bsky.social & EUGENDERING Jean Monnet Chair

On April 17, 2025, a high-level meeting on Ukraine took place in Paris. Around the table: 11 men, 0 women. Political leaders, diplomats, decision-makers — but no women, no civil society, no peacebuilders.

The Gender Equality Index 2024 is out, and while progress is happening, the data is a wake-up call. The EU’s average score is 68.6/100, showing slow but steady improvement. Yet, violence against women remains one of the biggest barriers to true gender equality.

Are LGTBIQ+ rights under threat in Europe? 🚨 After securing a second term, Ursula von der Leyen’s Commission is showing signs of stepping back on LGTBIQ+ rights.

Gender Equality Index 2024: A Call to End Violence Against Women genderfiveplus.org/gender-equal...

📢 On april 25th, Gender Five Plus, in collaboration with the @uab.cat and Diputació de Barcelona is hosting a seminar on gender equality from a multi-level perspective at UAB.

The urgency of banning pornographic deepfakes: A call for action on International Women’s Rights genderfiveplus.org/the-urgency-...

🎬✨ "All We Imagine as Light", directed by Payal Kapadia, offers a powerful feminist perspective, diving deep into the lives of two nurses in Mumbai. The film explores their personal and professional struggles, highlighting themes of autonomy, desire, and the strength of female solidarity.

We were honored to host Magdalena Sobkowiak-Czarnecka, a leading voice for women's rights in the Polish government, at the Conference on Countering Anti-Feminism & Gender Backlash in Europe.

Meet the #GenderFivePlus Members 🤍​💪​ Joanna Tachmintzis is an environmental scientist, who has been active in promoting women’s rights since the late ’70s. Her main career has been as policy maker in the European Commission.

🌍 Women in leadership: Progress or stagnation? In 2024, only 5 women were elected as Heads of State out of 31 presidential elections worldwide. This means that over 80% of new presidents are still men.

It was an honor to have Magdalena Sobkowiak-Czarnecka, a key advocate for gender equality in the Polish government, at the Conference on Countering Anti-Feminism & Gender Backlash in Europe.

On December 12, 2024, at the Anti-Gender Backlash & Democratic Pushback Conference held at the European Economic and Social Committee in Brussels, our brilliant member Valentina Maglietta delivered an inspiring speech.

Feminism is a powerful force for change, addressing not only women’s rights but the universal challenges we face today—from the climate crisis to the impact of technological disruptions. It’s about building a fairer, more inclusive future for everyone. Together we can turn this vision into reality.

During the Anti-Gender Backlash & Democratic Pushback Conference on December 12, 2024, at the European Economic and Social Committee in Brussels, our brilliant member Valentina Maglietta addressed the rise of anti-gender movements.

European institutions have taken important steps to promote gender equality, LGBTIQ+ rights, and combat racism. However, we must not forget that the road ahead is long, and the work to achieve true justice and equality remains immense—especially in these challenging times.