Nordic countries are considered the most advanced in terms of gender equality and are taken as an example. At the same time, they present alarming high rates of intimate partner violence (IPV) against women. This contradiction is the so-called “Nordic Paradox”.
More women in politics will not just happen one day. In this blog, I draw from the Dutch experience and conversations I had with politicians and activists. Focus on the things you can do as an individual to get more women involved in politics. Here are my 5 lessons.
Young Feminist Europe’s Editor-in-Chief and board member, Alazne Irigoien, has written an inspiring article to The Progressive Post for their Digital Revolution and Democracy edition. Alazne clearly states that we need more gender balance and equality in progressive politics to truly advance Europe.
As part of the ‘Her Europe’ campaign, Young Feminist Europe has teamed up with Soraya Post MEP to host a screening of the documentary ‘The Feminist: A Swedish Inspiration’ on the 8 April at the European Parliament.
