Gender issues and discrimination

Gender is a social construct that defines the roles, expectations, and characteristics that society attributes to men and women. On this platform, the tag covers issues of gender equality, sex-based discrimination, LGBTQ+ rights, women's participation in government and public life, as well as protection from gender-based violence. Materials under this tag highlight problems of gender imbalance in local government bodies, court cases on discrimination, and initiatives supporting women who have experienced violence.