The Contribution of the European Economic Community to Equality Between Women and Men

Abstract

The three equality Directives binding on EEC member states, draft legislation, the Action Programme 1982–1985 and numerous other initiatives, demonstrate the substantial contribution made by the European Community to equality between women and men. The Directives have been enforced with vigour and member states are in no doubt that failure to comply will result in legal action before the Court of Justice. The new action programme promised for 1986–1990 will aim to consolidate gains and propose action at the source of areas where women continue to suffer disadvantage.

Citation

Alexander, M. (1985), "The Contribution of the European Economic Community to Equality Between Women and Men", Equal Opportunities International, Vol. 4 No. 4, pp. 28-31. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb010437