Gender Equality: The Swedish Approach to Fairness
Gender equality is one of the cornerstones of modern Swedish society, based on a firm belief that men and women should share power and influence equally. An extensive welfare system makes it easier for both sexes to balance work and family life.
This document features concise facts on Sweden's gender equality at school, parental leave, women and men at work, economic and political power, gender mainstreaming, violence against women, gender-neutral language, and the country's history of gender equality.
