Motherhood and work: when motherhood becomes a financial vulnerability Having a child can significantly change a woman's professional life. After having a child, many mothers take a break from work, return to it later, or choose employment that is easier to combine with care. This affects not only the number of working hours, but also income, career growth, and further professional opportunities. The "motherhood penalty" Economic consequences …
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Gender quotas: how European countries are overcoming gender inequality in company management
Gender quotas: how European countries are overcoming gender inequality in corporate leadership The gender imbalance in corporate leadership is not just a question of representation. When women have fewer opportunities to advance to management positions, companies lose part of their professional potential, and society recreates the idea of who is “suitable” for making important decisions. One of the tools that European countries are using to overcome this imbalance is …
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 ...
The evolution of the women's movement and the struggle for bodily autonomy in Ukraine and the world
The evolution of the women's movement and the struggle for bodily autonomy in Ukraine and the world: the path to true independence The independence of a state is measured not only by its sovereignty in the international arena, but also by the level of security, freedom and protection of its citizens within the country. The foundation of a democratic society is the inviolability of human rights, among which the key place is occupied by the right to bodily autonomy - the ability to freely, without coercion, pressure or ...
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 …
"You're still young": why women are still judged for gray hair
“You’re still young”: why women are still judged for their gray hair For many women, the first gray hairs are not just a natural change in appearance, but a cause for concern. Why is gray hair so condemned? Women’s gray hair is still often perceived as a sign that a woman has “stopped taking care of herself” or as a fear of age-related changes. Because of this, many women start dyeing their hair regularly not because …
"Too early" or "too late": how age stereotypes limit your right to a professional and personal life
“Too early” or “too late”: how age stereotypes limit your right to professional and personal life Ageism is discrimination against a person based on their age, widespread in both formal and informal spheres of society. This phenomenon manifests itself in the willingness to adequately perceive and cooperate only with people who meet pre-established age criteria. Manifestations of ageism can be observed at different stages: At the stage …
Gender stereotypes in education: how unequal opportunities are formed
Education plays a key role in shaping a person's worldview, values, and life choices. It is at school that children get their first ideas about who they can become in the future, what professions are "suitable" for them, and what role they should play in society. However, along with knowledge, the educational environment sometimes reproduces established social ideas about "female" and "male" roles. This is how gender ...
How war changes the perception of March 8
How War Changes the Perception of March 8 Every year, March 8 becomes a day that causes conflict due to different perceptions of the meaning of International Women's Day. The Soviet attitude towards the women's movement was firmly rooted in the meaning of March 8. Greeting cards, wishes for women's happiness, flowers and an association with motherhood, as if this were the only way for a woman to be socially visible. But a full-scale war changed precisely …
Men and gender equality: why it benefits everyone
Men and gender equality: why it benefits everyone When talking about gender equality, many still perceive it as a “women’s issue.” However, it is actually about the quality of life of the entire society. Gender equality does not mean reducing the role of men. It means expanding the opportunities for every person to live without the pressure of stereotypes, restrictions and imposed roles. When society becomes more just, everyone benefits: families, …
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