GREVIO’s first report on Ukraine: achievements, gaps and next steps On 4 September 2026, GREVIO — the Council of Europe’s independent expert group on combating violence against women and domestic violence — published its first baseline report on Ukraine’s implementation of the Istanbul Convention. The experts noted the political will and changes that Ukraine has achieved despite full-scale Russian aggression. At the same time, they drew attention to the fact that the envisaged …
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More than just a legal term: How important is a proper legal characterization of conflict-related sexual violence?
More than just a legal term: How important is a proper legal characterization of conflict-related sexual violence? More than just a legal term: How important is a proper legal characterization of conflict-related sexual violence? [1] The legal term “conflict-related sexual violence” (CRSV) has entered the legal system of Ukraine relatively recently. For example, this term was used in the National Action Plan to implement the Council resolution …
Gender segregation in the labor market: why a profession still depends on gender
Gender segregation in the labor market: why professions still depend on gender Some professions are still perceived by society as “feminine”, others as “masculine”. Because of this, the choice of a job can depend not only on abilities, education or personal interests, but also on stereotypical ideas about what a woman or man should “naturally” do. What is gender segregation Gender segregation is the uneven distribution …
NGO "La Strada-Ukraine" and NGO "Girls" officially signed a Memorandum of Cooperation and Partnership
NGO "La Strada-Ukraine" and NGO "Girls" officially signed a Memorandum of Cooperation and Partnership NGO "La Strada-Ukraine" and NGO "Girls" officially signed a Memorandum of Cooperation and Partnership. The document was signed by the President of NGO "La Strada-Ukraine" Maryna Lehenka and the Director of NGO "Girls" Yulia Sporysh. The cooperation is designed to promote the implementation of fundamental rights and freedoms of citizens, expand access to educational and social services, as well as strengthen the protection …
What is "gender mainstreaming"?
What is "gender mainstreaming"? Gender equality is not just a matter of equal rights for women and men enshrined in law. It is important that these rights can be realized in practice: to find a job, build a career, have decent pay and participate in decision-making. This is what gender mainstreaming is used for - an approach in which the needs, experiences and possible risks for different ...
Why do some people inspire and others devalue?
Why do some people inspire, while others devalue? Probably, everyone has noticed at least once the difference between people, after communicating with whom you want to act, develop and believe in your own strengths, and those, after talking with whom you have doubts, guilt or a desire to justify yourself. The difference does not always lie in words. Often - in the attitude that a person demonstrates towards your feelings, successes and ...
Constant employment as a way not to be alone with yourself
Constant busyness as a way not to be alone with yourself Being busy has become a symbol of success. A calendar filled with meetings, dozens of messages, work after work, studying, sports - all this is perceived as a sign of an active life. However, sometimes behind the constant activity is not a love of productivity, but a desire not to be alone with yourself. When silence becomes uncomfortable Many people notice that it is worth appearing a little free ...
Over 10 thousand calls in the second quarter to the Psychological Support Line for Men: about the difficulties of maintaining mental health
Over 10 thousand calls in the second quarter to the Psychological Support Line for Men: about the difficulties of supporting mental health In the first half of 2026, we observed a positive trend: men are increasingly turning to Line 2345 for psychological support. This indicates not only a growing need, but also a gradual change in attitude towards caring for mental health. Thanks to systematic information work, partnerships …
“The main thing for a woman is to get married successfully.” Why does this stereotype still define a woman’s value?
“The main thing for a woman is to get married successfully.” Why does this stereotype still determine the value of a woman? Today, women create businesses, head companies, serve in the military, engage in science and art, and realize themselves in a wide variety of professions. But the stereotypes that a woman’s main achievement is to get married successfully have not disappeared. They have only changed form. Now they are presented not as a requirement, but …
Over the past five years, more than 1.1 million cases of domestic violence have been recorded in Ukraine.
Over the past five years, more than 1.1 million calls for domestic violence have been recorded in Ukraine, - interview with the TV channel "DIM" Over the past five years, more than 1.1 million calls for domestic violence have been recorded in Ukraine. Since the beginning of this year alone, there have been almost 20 thousand, and most of the applications come from women. At the same time, children are increasingly seeking help. Why do people remain silent for years, …
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