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Progressives call for more help for women and LGBT refugees after visit
During a visit to Turkey on Friday (19 February) a delegation of the Party of European Socialists witnessed the vulnerability of women and LGBT refugees. After listening to civil society working with the refugees, and the women and vulnerable groups that they help, the PES is calling for a more gendered approach to dealing with asylum.
Progressive women declare renewed support for women refugees
We must be conscious of the different needs of women and men in our approach to welcoming asylum seekers to Europe. This was the overarching message of the women’s organisation of the Party of European Socialists, in a declaration on women refugees, agreed at a meeting of its executive on 12 February. The declaration focuses on three aspects of women asylum seekers’ experiences. Firstly, the right of asylum; secondly the right to a safe and secure arrival and thirdly the need for the inclusive welcome of women.
PES women calls for action against violence
The Party of European Socialists has today united women and men across Europe on the annual International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. With a shocking seven women a day still dying from male domestic violence, there is much still to be done to address this grave problem. Women and men from member parties, activists and members from across Europe have formed shapes of white ribbons – the international symbol of the day.
After Paris, PES Women calls all democrats to defend european values
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PES Women strongly condemn the horrific attacks on innocent civilians on the night of the 13th of November in Paris – an attack on freedom. The horror has shocked us all enormously. We express our sincere solidarity and condolences to the victims and their loved ones. We, as PES Women, stand with you.
PES Women President Zita Gurmai addresses YES Summer Camp in Santa Cruz, Portugal
The Young European Socialists (YES) invited Zita Gurmai to their summer camp where she provided a comprehensive political overview of this “very trying” year, while outlining PES Women priorities for the next five years.
In her speech the politician expressed her gratitude towards the young and energetic YES team, whose job is quintessential in building a progressive future full of optimism, openness, and equality.
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