Nordic Gender Equality in Figures 2015

Foreword

This publication has been published with financial support by the Nordic Council of Ministers. However, the contents of this publication do not necessarily reflect the views, policies or recommendations of the Nordic Council of Ministers. The co-operation on gender equality between the Nordic countries, the Faroe Islands, Greenland and Åland is driven by a shared vision of a gender-equal Nordic Region with equal opportunities, rights and obligations for all who live in the Region, regardless of gender. Gender equality is a fundamental value to the Nordic countries and is vital for economic and social growth. Gender equality means that women and men, girls and boys have equal power and influence, and equal rights, responsibilities, obligations and opportunities in every area of life. This brochure briefly describes some important areas of life and society, such as family, work, education, health, power, income and influence. This data will hopefully be useful for everyone who seeks reliable and comparable data on gender equality in the Nordic countries. The brochure, together with more information, is available online at www.norden.org.