Tag: gender equality

The girl who said no – and why Cyprus should pay attention

Cyprus June 2, 2026 at 10:37

By Christopher Smart The alleged honour killing of Iraqi teenager Kawthar Bashar al-Husayjawi after she refused a forced marriage is more than a distant tragedy....

Femme Fest Cyprus returns this Sunday at Acropolis Park

Life April 22, 2026 at 15:23

The Femme Fest Cyprus returns for its 5th edition, transforming Acropolis Park in Nicosia into a vibrant space of dialogue, creativity, and collective action...

Gender pay gap won’t close until 2056

Economy February 16, 2026 at 14:02

Moves to close the gender pay gap will not be successful until 2056 if progress remains at its current rate, according to the Trades...

Cyprus parliament warns of ongoing failures in protecting women from violence

Cyprus November 25, 2025 at 14:26

Despite Cyprus adopting international conventions and strengthening domestic law—including the criminalisation of all forms of violence against women—the legal framework still shows enforcement gaps,...