Get ready for the European Parliament elections!
From 6 to 9 June 2024, people in the EU will vote for the 720 Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) representing 480 million Europeans.
But before you vote, have you considered gender equality?
- Did you know that some EU countries have legislated gender quotas for European Parliament election candidates lists?
- Or that some countries allow their Members of Parliament to take maternity or paternity leave while others don’t?
- And are you aware how many women parliamentarians have suffered online abuse and hatred?
Stay informed and up-to-date with our Gender Equality Quiz!
We'll be sharing fascinating questions and answers on our social media channels until the end of May. We will also add the Q&As to the flip cards below, so you never miss a beat.
Why political participation and representation matters
Gender balance and diversity in political representation are crucial for creating policies that reflect the needs of everyone. Women's participation in decision-making processes is crucial for creating policies that address the challenges women face.
Achieving gender balance in political representation requires collective action. Safeguarding equal opportunities and representation for all, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, or socio-economic status must remain high on our personal and public agendas.
-
Stay tuned! EIGE’s forthcoming statistical brief will present the newest data on the representation of women and men in key political decision-making positions at the EU and national levels, based on data published in its Gender Statistics Database.
What you can do
#UseYourVote! We are calling on more women, men, youth, people with diverse ethnic backgrounds to vote with gender equality in mind. You can actively participate in shaping an inclusive future for their countries and communities.
Talk to your peers and friends about gender equality and other aspects to help us strive for #Equality24Seven. Join us in our commitment to gender equality and inclusivity - a value to be upheld every single day, around the clock.
And call on policymakers to make parliaments gender sensitive.
-
How? Find out more in our Gender-Sensitive Parliaments Step-by-Step Toolkit which supports parliaments at all levels in the EU to better deliver on gender equality. The toolkit consists of two tools – one of them a brand-new tool to help parliaments establish gender equality action plans.
Join us on our journey to promote gender balance in politics and help create a more inclusive and equitable society for all. Together, we can make a difference!