Date of article: 22/02/2023
Daily News of: 22/02/2023
Country: 
EUROPE
Author: European network of equality bodies - EQUINET
Article language: en
27 February, 13:30-16:00 CET, via Zoom
Workshop: Equality Bodies contributing to National Roma Strategic Frameworks
Register by 25 February at 16:00 CET
This workshop will bring together the European Commission, National Authorities, Equality Bodies’ staff members and Civil Society Organisations. It will explore how Equality Bodies can and should contribute to National Roma Strategic Frameworks.
Position Paper: Moving forward the European Commission’s proposals for Directives strengthening Equality Bodies
The two proposed Directives on binding standards for Equality Bodies will ensure better implementation of EU equal treatment legislation and more equal societies. Equinet and Equality Bodies hope for the most ambitious set of standards to be included in the legislation. We recently published a Position Paper that highlights where we would like to see amendments that could improve the legislative proposals.
Learn more on our website and read the Position Paper!
Equinet updated brochure: Equality Bodies promoting equality in Europe
Equinet has prepared an updated brochure that answers the most frequently asked questions on Equality Bodies and standards. It explains what an Equality Body is, what Standards for Equality Bodies mean, and offers an overview of all Equinet members and the grounds of discrimination they cover. Download the brochure now!
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Report: Preventing and reacting to discrimination through sanctions and remedies
This new Equinet report assesses to what extent current European sanctions regimes can be considered effective, proportionate, and dissuasive, identifying challenges and good practices regarding sanctions in non-discrimination law. Further, it formulates recommendations as to whether and how they should be amended, potentially learning from consumer protection law and data protection law. |
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Call for trainer(s): Equality Bodies exploring online and offline harassment
Equinet is looking for experts who could deliver a training on online and offline harassment, taking place in person (location TBC) on 4 May (full day) and 5 May (half day). Read the full call for trainer(s) and apply by 28 February!
Opportunities for fellows and researchers on equality
The Equal Rights Trust is expanding their team and has 4 positions open on different topics:
Read more on their website and send your application!
Are you an artist? Join ENAR’s competition for their 25th anniversary!
The European Network Against Racism is celebrating their 25 years fighting racism in Europe. The theme of their 25th Anniversary is #MakeRacismHistory and ENAR is launching a competition for artists to propose a design that reflects this theme. The winner’s design will feature into the 25th Anniversary apparel collection, events and campaigns taking place throughout the year.
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ERA’s trainings on applying EU anti-discrimination law and EU gender equality law
In 2023, the Academy of European Law (ERA) will hold four trainings to support legal practitioners in understanding and applying EU anti-discrimination law and EU gender equality law. Click on the links below and apply for the seminars!
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Report: Equal access to affordable, quality essential services
The European Anti-Poverty Network (EAPN) recently published a report on the access to affordable quality essential services . The report addresses this topic in relation to overarching challenges such as the digital and green transition and includes recommendations to national and EU policy-makers.
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Public consultation on the European Disability Card
The European Commission has launched a public consultation on the European Disability Card. You can contribute to the consultation by filling an online questionnaire by 5 May 2023. The consultation is available in all EU languages, in accessible and easy-to-read format.
Thematic report: Transformation of services for persons with disabilities
In this recently published report, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the rights of persons with disabilities presents a study on a new services model that allows persons with disabilities to live independently and be included in the community.
Study on accessibility to banking services
Ombudsman's Office of Latvia has recently published a study looking in the accessibility for people with physical, sensory, and mental impairments to banking services in the country. While the study identified examples of good practices, it concluded that improvements are needed to ensure accessibility to the physical, information and digital environments. The Ombudsman emphasises the need for banks to consult with organisations of people with disabilities.
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Have your say: Perceptions and experiences of antisemitism
The EU Fundamental Rights Agency has opened its 3rd survey on ‘Perceptions and Experiences of Antisemitism’ among self-identified Jews in selected EU Member States. The survey aims a creating an evidence-based portrait of the perceptions of antisemitism and life as a European Jew. Please disseminate this survey for a more rich and diverse representation of Jewish experiences! |
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European Diversity Month 2023
The European Commission has launched the official website page of the European Diversity Month, taking place in May. This year’s theme is building bridges between organizations and areas of inclusion and diversity policy. All organisations, institutions and companies are encouraged to participate and organize activities or events, as well as build cooperations with each other. |
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ILGA Europe’s 2023 Annual Review
ILGA Europe published its latest Annual Review, covering the legal, political and social developments occurred in 2022 in Europe and Central Asia. According to ILGA Europe, 2022 was the most violent year for LGBTI people in the region. Learn more in the Annual Review! |
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