Table of Contents:
Anti-discrimination and relations with civil society
Outline of the Community (European Union) legislation about Anti-discrimination and relations with civil society
Topics
These categories group together and put in context the legislative and non-legislative initiatives which deal with the same topic.
Anti-discrimination and relations with civil society
Anti-discrimination and relations with civil society
Since its creation, the European Union (EU) has regarded the fight against discrimination as one of its most pressing missions. Although discrimination, whether direct or indirect, is considered a crime under European law, individuals throughout Europe are prevented on a daily basis from living their social or professional life to the full because of random criteria. For several years the emphasis was placed on preventing discrimination on grounds of nationality or gender. Since 1999, the EU’s powers have expanded to include action against discrimination on grounds of racial or ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, age or sexual orientation. In this area more than any other, civil society organisations act as essential intermediaries between citizens and the European institutions.
TACKLING DISCRIMINATION
- The principle of equal treatment between persons
- Renewed commitment for non-discrimination and equal opportunities
- A framework strategy for non-discrimination and equal opportunities for all
- Equal treatment irrespective of racial or ethnic origin
- Community programme for employment and solidarity – PROGRESS (2007-2013)
- Action programme to combat discrimination (2001-2006)
FUNDAMENTAL SOCIAL RIGHTS
- Community Charter of Fundamental Social Rights of Workers
- Charter of Fundamental Rights
- Putting the Charter of Fundamental Rights into practice
RELATIONS WITH CIVIL SOCIETY
- Rules of Procedure of the European Economic and Social Committee
- Development of relations between the Commission and civil society
- Promoting the role of voluntary organisations and foundations in Europe