Gender equality concerns us all, and it benefits all. While progress has been made, at the current pace of change, itwould take 50 years for the EU to reach full gender equality. Disparities among EU countries also persist.

Ahead of International Women's Day on 8 March, the European Commission has presented its gender equality strategy for 2026-2030. The strategyembeds gender equality into every aspect of life, online and offline.

The new strategy turns the objectives of the Commission’sRoadmap for Women's Rightsthat was endorsed in 2025 by all EU countries, into concrete actions toempower women and girls,engage men and boys, vigorouslyoppose any backtracking on fundamental rights,andaccelerate progress towards atruly gender-equal Europe.

The European Commission remains dedicated to creating a fair and equal society, ensuring that gender equality is realised at every level.

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Press release; Commission presents new Gender Equality Strategy 2026-2030 for a more equal, cohesive and successful Europe