Gender Equality  Norway tops gender equality list 12/11/2008 :: Norway has topped a league of countries in closing the gender gap, followed by three other Nordic nations, a survey by the World Economic Forum says. + More |
Gender Equality  New Gender in Norway website Norway’s gender equality measures often attract interest abroad. Gender in Norway is a new, English-language website providing information on gender equality and research in Norway. + More |
Gay and Lesbian Rights  Norway introduces new Marriage Act 24/06/2008 :: 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 |
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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