Zweedse voorzitterschap wil aandacht voor gelijke kansen voor vrouwen en non-discriminatie (en)

Extensive work is currently underway in the EU aimed at reviewing discrimination and gender equality issues. The Commission’s proposal for a directive on implementing the principle of equal treatment between persons irrespective of religion or belief, disability, age or sexual orientation outside the field of employment is under discussion in 2009. The Commission has also presented a proposal for a directive aimed at making it easier for women to start and run businesses and improving the position of assisting spouses. At the end of the year the Council will also discuss how the gender equality dimension can be strengthened in continued EU cooperation to promote economic growth, increased employment and enhanced competitiveness.