The Problem of Gender Equality Provision in Ukraine in the Context of European Integration

• Main Authors: Sotnikova Yuliia V., Stepanova Eka R.
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Research Centre of Industrial Problems of Development of NAS of Ukraine 2019-04-01
• Series: Bìznes Inform
• Subjects: gender equality; international organizations; normative framework; European integration; right to work
• Online Access: http://www.business-inform.net/export_pdf/business-inform-2019-4_0-pages-239_245.pdf
• ISSN: 2222-4459; 2311-116X

The article analyzes peculiarities of the settlement of issues of gender discrimination by the international organizations, such as UNO, UNESCO, ILO. The normative-legal base for achievement of gender equality in Ukraine is analyzed. The conformity of the national legislation with international norms in the field of gender equality is identified. On the basis of the provided statistics the necessity of strengthening of control over observance of gender legislation in the context of the European integration of Ukraine is identified. The following main directions of gender issues in the Partnership Framework Program are highlighted: «Sustainable economic growth, environment and employment»; «Equal access to quality inclusive services and social protection»; «Democratic governance, rule of law and public participation»; «Security of citizens, social unity and restitution with special emphasis on Eastern Ukraine».