Gender Equality  Norway introduces new Marriage Act 27/06/2008 :: Homosexuals in Norway are now allowed to get married. The new Marriage Act, which the Storting passed in the middle of June, gives homosexuals greater rights in a number of areas. + More |
Gender Equality  The Government will combat all forms of discrimination 12/03/2008 :: Norway will play a proactive role in combating discrimination on grounds of gender, race and sexuality in development cooperation. + More |
Gender Equality  Norway increases focus on women’s rights in development cooperation 21/02/2008 :: Norway is intensifying efforts to promote women’s rights and gender equality in international development policy. + More |
Policy Measures Measures and methods in gender equality efforts The Norwegian Gender Equality Act was adopted in 1978. The Act prohibits all discrimination on the grounds of gender and is applicable to all areas of society. It also stipulates that the public authorities, employers and social partners ... + More |
Education and Workforce Gender distribution in education and the workforce The participation of women on the Norwegian workforce has never been greater – globally speaking, Norwegian women are at the top of the list. According to the 2004 figures, 75 per cent of all women aged 25-66 are on the workforce, while ... + More |
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