April 23, 2026

A new Chapter for Equality in Montenegro

The new Law on the Protection of Equality and the Prohibition of Discrimination (Official Gazette No. 002/26) marks a significant step forward in strengthening the legal […]
September 3, 2025

Salay v. Slovakia: How Equinet’s TPI Helped Strengthen European Case Law on Indirect Discrimination and Segregation

    On 27 February 2025, the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) delivered its landmark judgment in Salay v. Slovakia (29359/22), recognising that the disproportionate […]
August 6, 2025

Building a More Equal AI Future: Reflecting on the Impact of “Equality by Design, Deliberation and Oversight”

  As we look back on our partnership in the “Equality by Design, Deliberation and Oversight” (EDDO) project, I am proud to share how this initiative […]
March 4, 2025

Empowering the Next Generation: the Defender of Rights and the youth together for a more inclusive future

  Equality Bodies have an interest in working with and for youth for 2 reasons. On the one hand, it is important for them to be […]
August 29, 2024

Equality for gay men in blood donation achieved in Finland

  Starting from 1 October 2023, the criteria for donating blood in Finland have become more equal by removing a disproportionate ban for sexually active gay […]
August 7, 2024

From perception to proof: Redefining racial profiling in light of the Wa Baile decision

Introduction Racial profiling is prevalent in the EU. According to the second Being Black in the EU report by the FRA, 58% of the respondents stopped […]
April 16, 2024

Gender Equality and Climate Change Mitigation: How Can the Two Go Hand in Hand?

Introduction Gender equality and climate change mitigation are two of the most pressing global challenges of our time. While these issues may seem unrelated on the […]
May 31, 2023

Intersectionality: Just another tool to fight discrimination?

Introduction As a queer woman of color, my identity is linked to intersectionality and intersectional discrimination. I am proud to have different layers in my identity […]
December 7, 2022
Hands reaching for the stars

Towards a new gold standard for Equality Bodies – and equal societies?

Read Tamás Kádár's first reaction to the European Commission’s proposals for new Directives on standards for Equality Bodies
September 1, 2026

The Commission for Protection against Discrimination in Bulgaria protects individuals from discrimination based on their financial situation

Illustration by Maqué Studio Equality Bodies play a vital role in advancing efforts to tackle discrimination based on individuals’ personal and financial circumstances, helping to ensure […]
June 25, 2026

The Office of the Ombudswoman in Croatia protecting older persons and those with health conditions from discrimination

Equality Bodies are key actors in ensuring that laws and policies affecting public services are fair and inclusive, protecting older people and those with health conditions […]
June 25, 2026

The Netherlands Institute for Human Rights addressing algorithmic discrimination

Equality Bodies help drive progress towards addressing algorithmic discrimination, ensuring that emerging technologies like AI and automated systems do not reinforce harmful stereotypes or biases in […]
May 20, 2026

The Serbian Commissioner for Protection of Equality ensuring that schools are safe and inclusive spaces

Illustration by Maqué Studio Equality Bodies are crucial in ensuring that schools are safe and inclusive spaces, free from discrimination and prejudice, where every child is […]
April 23, 2026

The Czech Public Defender of Rights protecting the rights of trans and gender-diverse people

Equality Bodies are crucial in defending human rights and ensuring that legal systems respect the dignity, autonomy, and equality of transgender and gender-diverse people. When Tereza, […]
March 24, 2026

The Spanish Council for the Elimination of Racial and Ethnic Discrimination tackling discrimination on the ground of race or ethnic origins

Equality Bodies play a vital role in protecting individuals from racial or ethnic discrimination and ensuring that everyone has equal access to public spaces and services. […]
March 3, 2026

The Cypriot Commissioner for Administration and the Protection of Human Rights supporting victims of sexual harassment and gender discrimination

Equality Bodies play a vital role in tackling sexual harassment and promoting workplaces grounded in equality, respect, and dignity. In 2024, three women employed by the […]
January 27, 2026

The Slovenian Advocate of the Principle of Equality ensuring fairness in recruiting practices

Equality Bodies play a key role in ensuring fairness in recruitment and protecting job applicants from discrimination based on family or parental status. When Nina applied […]
January 6, 2026

The Slovak National Centre for Human Rights ensuring access to goods and services for people with disabilities

Equality Bodies are essential in breaking down barriers that prevent persons with disabilities from fully participating in everyday life. When Tomáš, a deaf applicant, tried to […]
Access the Equinet Members’ Area Access the Equinet Members’ Area