The Gender Power Gap and the Law in the European Union
Abstract
The Gender Power Gap and the Law in the European Union Gender equality is enshrined in EU law, but how close is the Union to fulfilling its promise?Drawing on the Gender Equality Index and the Women, Business and the Law report, this article examines the current state of gender equality across EU member states, identifying where progress has been achieved and where significant gaps remain.The findings reveal persistent disparities, particularly in decision-making, economic opportunities and the effective implementation of legal provisions.The analysis highlights the importance of reliable data, transparency and targeted measures in bridging the gap between formal rights and women's lived experiences across the Union.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Gender Politics and Representation
Discrimination and Equality Law
Gender Diversity and Inequality
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Intereconomics
- Publisher
- Walter de Gruyter GmbH
- Volume
- 61
- Issue
- 2
- Pages
- 123–130
- Publication date
- 1 March 2026
- Language
- EN