National Council of Women of Malta - Promoting Equality of Opportunities

Women on Boards: Vice-President Viviane Reding and Markus Klimmer, Managing Director at Accenture di

Vice-President Viviane Reding, the EU's Justice Commissioner, met with Markus Klimmer, Managing Director at Accenture, today to discuss how best to improve gender balance on company boards.

NCW congratulates Maltese Women MEPs

The National Council of Women welcomes the news that three women have been elected as MEPs, giving women a 50% presence amongst the six Maltese MEPs.

WOMEN: 59 days in 2013 before equal remuneration in Europe

Dublin, 01/03/2013 (Agence Europe) - It is only from 28 February this year that women in Europe started to earn the same salary as men. An additional 59 days are therefore needed for women to reduce the pay gap - which this year still stands at 16.2% according to figures published by the European Commission.

(AE) WOMEN: Consultation and future action on genital mutilation

Brussels, 13/02/2013 (Agence Europe) -European Commissioner for Fundamental Rights Viviane Reding is preparing to launch a public consultation and concrete initiatives to tackle female genital mutilation in March. During the period of the consultation, a conference, organised with other Commissioners, on the fight against violence against women will be held.

AE) WOMEN: Already more women on company boards after quota proposal

Brussels, 25/01/2013 (AgenceEurope) - The European Commission believes that its controversial proposal on a quota of women on company boards could be bearing fruit. It notes that in less than a year, twice as many women are now on company boards in Europe, with a significant increase in the large majority of member states. Commissioner for Justice, Fundamental Rights and Citizenship Viviane Reding seized the moment to present these encouraging results to the World Economic Forum in Davos on Friday 25 January.

WOMEN: 50/50 declaration for parity in institutions after 2014

Brussels, 22/11/2012 (Agence Europe) - MEPs are now ready to do battle to defend equality in the European institutions after the 2014 elections. A “multi-party” declaration was presented on Wednesday 22 November at the European Parliament during the plenary session.

(AE) WOMEN: Parliamentary pressure to counter domestic violence

Brussels, 19/11/2012 (Agence Europe) - Five MEPs are putting pressure on the EU to ratify the international convention to prevent and combat violence against women. Mikael Gustafsson (GUE/NGL, Sweden), Barbara Matera (EPP, Italy), Antonya Parvanova (ALDE, Bulgaria), Raül Romeva (Greens/EFA, Spain) and Britta Thomsen (S&D, Denmark) are urging their colleagues to sign a written declaration in this connection. The declaration calls on the EU to ratify the Council of Europe convention on tackling domestic violence and violence against women. It also urges member states to subsequently take action against this phenomenon.

(AE) WOMEN: Nicosia progresses pay gap debate

Brussels, 31/10/2012 (Agence Europe) - The Cypriot Presidency is pushing the pay gap debate forwards - the difference in pay between men and women still being on average 16% in Europe. At a conference organised in Cyprus on this topic on 29-30 October, the Presidency concluded that the reduction of this pay gap comes through “promoting social dialogue and tripartite cooperation as a way of tackling this problem”.

(AE) WOMEN: Reding is snubbed - quotas deferred until mid-November Brussels, 23/10/2012 (Agence Euro

The quota of 40% women on bluechip company boards has been postponed, but Viviane Reding is determined not to give up her highly controversial proposal for a directive. She promises that the dossier will be back on the Commission agenda by the end of November, when it will be stronger and more open to subsidiarity. Reding, who is optimistic, said that after a century-long battle her proposal could wait another couple of weeks

(AE) WOMEN: Moment of truth for Reding and corporate quotas

Brussels, 22/10/2012 (Agence Europe) - The College of Commissioners may sweep away with one hand the proposal to bring in a 40% quota for women on management boards in European companies quoted on the stock exchange, a proposal that Commissioner Viviane Reding plans to submit on Tuesday.

Women - Reding bases argument on subsidiarity quotas

Brussels, 05/10/2012 (Agence Europe) - Viviane Reding, the commissioner responsible for justice, fundamental rights and citizenship, has already been able to get into her stride with regard to feminine quotas in large companies - ahead of time and on converted ground.

The EWL has written to the European Commission and Member States

The EWL has written to the European Commission and Member States in response to a letter signed by 9 countries against a proposed EU Directive to increase the number of women on boards across Europe. Although well below our expectations, the EWL is giving its full backing to Commissioner Reding’s proposal, and calling on all parties to do the same.

(AE) WOMEN: ECB, letter from Goulard to Juncker on parity

Brussels, 18/09/2012 (Agence Europe) - French liberal MEP, Sylvie Goulard, has directly addressed the president of Eurogroup, Jean-Claude Juncker, to again draw attention to the question of respecting equal opportunities for women when appointing the sixth member of the European Central Bank board of governors. The economic and financial committee, of which Goulard is a member, effectively suspended the hearing of Yves Mersch for a post on the board of governors, due to the lack of gender balance on the board.

(AE) WOMEN: Greens favour quotas and hit back at nine blocking states

Brussels, 20/09/2012 (Agence Europe) - The Greens are hitting back at the intention of nine member states not to support Viviane Reding's awaited proposal on setting a quota of 40% women on the boards of bluechip companies.

Women on Boards: Viviane Reding meets with leaders of Europe's business schools and industry

On the 19 June, EU Justice Commissioner Viviane Reding met with European Industry Associations, European Business Schools and Senior Executive Women to discuss progress being made on improving the gender balance in company boardrooms.

The National Council of Women supports the Act to provide protection for human embryos

NCW has always advocated for legislation of alternative IVF treatment not least because of the sensitivity and the consequences for both parents and society if it had to remain unregulated. NCW believes that IVF treatment should be for heterosexuals within a stable family environment The Council has always supported the protection of embryos as the first cell of a human life and, with the development of alternative treatment over the past years this has become possible successfully.

WOMEN: Campaign to get more women into scientific careers

Brussels, 22/06/2012 (Agence Europe) - Science is also a “girl thing”. That is the message the Commission intends to drive home throughout the EU over the next three years to get more girls interested in science and encourage more women to choose research as a career.

Women on Boards: Vice-President Viviane Reding meets with leaders of Europe's business schools and i

Today, EU Justice Commissioner Viviane Reding met with European Industry Associations, European Business Schools and Senior Executive Women to discuss progress being made on improving the gender balance in company boardrooms.

UfM adopts new project to support women’s empowerment in the Mediterranean

A project aimed at developing women’s empowerment in the Mediterranean through the development of effective field projects and the setting up of networks and platforms, was adopted by Senior Officials of the Union for the Mediterranean (UfM) at a meeting held last month.


National Council of Women meet with HE Mrs. Gina Abercrombie - Winstanley, Ambassador of the United States of America		The National Council of Women executive with US Ambassador Mrs. Gina Abercrombie - Winstanley


The Prime Minister of Malta Dr. Lawrence Gonzi with NCW Executive Committee Members after the consultation meeting at NCW Centre.		The Hon Minister Chris Said after a press conference on IVF at the National Counicl of Women Centre.


NCW President Mary Gaerty during a visit to St. Vincent de Paul residential Home for the Elderly.		Press Conference -European Citizens Initiative held at Dar l-Ewropa Valletta 15th March 2012


Participants during the workshop on implementing a policy for corporate volunteering lead by Ms Doriette Camilleri HSBC Malta		Mr. Luca Jahier, President Various Intersts Group 111 EESC together with EESC member Grace Attard and Hon. General Secretary Doris Bingley viewing the NGO market during the final conference of the EU Flagship Project on Volunteering


Participants during the EYOV 2011 Project Final Conference 9th March 2012		The panel during the Final Conference Encouraging and Strengthening Volunteering The Way Forward.


Some of the participants during NCW Annual General Meeting 2012		NCW President Mary Gaerty and Hon. General Secretary Doris Bingley after the Elections


CHOGM 2011 - CPF Gender Assembly Perth Australia - Doris Bingley Malta with The Hon Kate Ellis MP, Minister for Employment Participation and Child Care, Minister for Status of Women and Diana Antugire Commonwealth Foundation		CHOGM 2011 Left to Right: HE Mr Patrick Pillay, High Commissioner of the Seychelles ; Ms Simone de Comarmond, Chair Commonwealth Foundation; Mr Danny Sriskandarajah, Interim Director Commonwealth Foundation, The Hon Minister Tonio Borg; Ms Doris Bingley, HE Ms Kamela Palma, High Commissioner of Belize and HE Mr FrancisTabone,High Commissioner of Malta


Participants during the EU Flagship Project First Meeting		Participants sharing their volunteering experience during the 1st Meeting on June 28th at The Palace Hotel Sliema


NCW bids farewell to H.E. Douglas Kmiec, H.E. isabel Vicandi and Head of the EU Representation in Malta Mr. William Martin.		The Hon. Dolores Cristina Minister of Education, Employment and the Family with Mr. Martin Bugelli Head of EU Representation in Malta during the EU Flagship Project Volunteering conference


Easter Celebrations at National Council of Women		Lejla letterarja during Mnarja Poetry and Prose was read out during the evening.


Celebrating the European Year for Volunteering and International Women's Day		Concelebrated Mass to mark the European Year for Volunteering at St. John Co-Cathedral.


Mrs Margaret Abela with Dr. Lorraine Schembri Orland and NCW President Grace Attard		Foundation Day Dinner NCW bestows Hon. Life Membership on Dr. Lorraine Schembri Orland for her sterling work.


NCW Annual General Meeting January 2011


The Hon. Minister Joe Cassar addressing the participants during the public dialogue entitled, "Women and Mental Health" organised by National Council of Women on Wednesday 6th October 2010 at Dar l-Ewropa Valletta.		Ms Grace Attard President of the National Council of Women welcoming the numerous participants amongst them dignitaries at the public dialogue,"Women and Mental Health held on Wednesday 6th October 2010 at Dar l-Ewropa Valletta


Dr. Lorraine Schembri Orland, Ms Doris Gauci, Ms Maryann Zammit and Dr Angela Abela during the 1st session of the public dialogue entitled "Women and Mental Health"		Ms Priscilla Muscat, Ms Mary Ann Zammit and Mr. Joe Farrugia during the 2nd session of the public dialogue entitled, "Women and Mental Health"


Dr. Anna Vella, Dr. Angela Abela and NCW President Grace Attard during the public dialogue Women and Mental Health held on Wednesday 6th October 2010		Participants during the Public Dialogue entitled Women and Mental Health held on Wednesday 6th October 2010 at Dar l-Ewropa Valletta


Participants during the Public Dialogue entitled Women and Mental Health held on Wednesday 6th October 2010 at Dar l-Ewropa Valletta		Mrs Catherine Gonzi spouse of the Prime Minister of Malta, Mary Ann Zammit NCW Social Issues Committee Coordinator and Grace Attard NCW President during the public dialogue Women and Mental Health.


Ms Alda Bugeja explaining the arts of making Macrame and Weaving		NCW Members admiring a woven carpet made by the students of Ms Alda Bugeja during the Exhibition of Old Traditional Crafts organised by the National Council of Women in collaboration with the Ministry for Gozo

Old Traditional Crafts Exhibition at the Gozo Ministry		The Hon. Giovanna Debono Minister for Gozo and NCW Members during NCW Exhibition on Old Traditional Crafts held on Saturday 8th May at the Gozo Ministry Victoria.


Participants during the Public Dialogue on Social Security Entitlements at the Museum of Archaeology Republic Street Valletta on Thursday 13th May 2010		Public Dialogue on Social Security Entitlements organised by National Council of Women as part of its activities for the European Year Combating Poverty and Social Exclusion 2010


Maria Isabel Vicandi, Ambassador for Spain, Parliamentary Secretary Dr. Chris Said, NCW President Ms Grace Attard and Suzanne Gatt University of Malta during the Seminar,"The Road Map for Equality After 2010" on May 12th 2010		Participants during the Seminar at the Corinthia Palace Hotel Attard, The Road Map for Equality After 2010" organised by the Ambassador for Spain


The American Ambassador addressing the participants during the Public Dialogue "Women in Public Life - A changing Scenario		A section of the participants during the Public Dialogue on Women in Public Life - A Changing Scenario held on the 16th April 2010

Monica Attard reading poetry during the Musico Literary Evening		Musico Literary Evening held at Sala Isouard on Friday 18th March 2010


Mrs Margaret Abela spouse of H.E. the President of Malta and NCW President Grace Attard during the launch of the Art Exhibition held at San Anton Palace.		The launching of NCW Art Exhibition by female Artist in aid of the Community Chest Fund at San Anton Palace.


International Women's Day Mass 6th March 2010		IWD celebration Mass at St. Patrick's church Sliema 6th March 2010


Mr John Ellis tutor and students during the English level 5 Course at NCW		ECDL Course students at work at NCW CTLC








Maria Elena Farrugia placed third during BMV Music Competition		Justin Zarb placed first during BMV Music Competition


Bettina Cassar placed second during the BMV Music Competition		Justin Zarb receiving his award from the Hon. Dolores Cristina Minister for Education, Youth and Culture and Grace Attard NCW President.


BMV Music Competition Judges		The Audience during the BMV Music Competition Concert.


4th Women Congress delegates from the Small States of Europe during the tour of MCC		NCW President Grace Attard, Ms Esther Eghobamien Head of Gender Commonwealth Secretariat and NCW Hon. General Secretary Doris Bingley during the Gala Dinner in honour of the Small States of Europe Delegates

Foreign Delegates during the 4th Women Congress Sept 2009		H.E. the US Ambassador, H.E. High Commissioner and Ms Esther Eghobamien Head of Gender - Commonwealth Secretariat

Mrs Margaret Abela, Mrs Catherine Gonzi and Mrs Michelle Muscat during the Congress of the Small States of Europe September 2009		Delegates during the Congress 25-26th September 2009

Hanan El Khatib ,Malta Foreign Office, Prof Peter Xuereb, President Emeritus Guido de Marco, Grace Attard, President National Council of Women, Vijay Krishnarajan, Deputy Director Commonwealth Foundation and Doris Bingley, Commonwealth Foundation Civil Society Advisory Committee.		CHOGM 2009 Commonwealth People’s Forum (CPF) “Partnering for a More Equitable and Sustainable Future” Conference/Consultation on Monday 8th June 2009 at the Royal Hall, The Palace Sliema


NCW Executive Committee meets Mrs Abela, wife of H.E. President Dr. George Abela		NCW President Grace Attard and the Executive Committee pay a courtesy call on His Excellency the President of Malta.


European Centre of the International Council of Women delegates with NCW members during the tree planting ceremony at San Anton to commenorate NCW 45th Anniversary and ECICW Spring General Assembly in Malta		President Grace Attard presenting NCW's donation to Mr. Patrick Pace from the Tree for You campaign.

The Hon. Louis Galea, Speaker of the House of Representatives, addresses the NCW Conference entitled ‘Maltese Women in the European Parliament’ on the occasion of the 45th Anniversary in collaboration with the European Centre of the International Council of Women. At The Victoria hotel, Sliema.		The Hon. Louis Galea, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mrs Grace Attard, NCW President and Mrs Grace Wedekind, ECICW President during the NCW conference

NCW conference on the occasion of the 45th Anniversary in collaboration with the European Centre of the International Council of Women at the Victoria Hotel Sliema		NCW conference on the occasion of the 45th Anniversary in collaboration with the European Centre of the International Council of Women at the Victoria Hotel Sliema

NCW President Grace Attard during the Press Conference with Commissioner Spdida at the Launch of the EU Campaign on the gender pay gap on the 3 March 2009		Carolyn Hannan Director, Division for the Advancement of Women (on the right) with Doris Bingley NCW Malta and Helen Reardon-Bond Director ,Gender Equality Policy and Inclusion UK during the 53rd session of the Commission on the Status of Women in New York.


Prime Minister Dr. Lawrence Gonzi with NCW Executive Committee at the Prime Minister's office 23rd February 2009		Hon. Presidency for Dame Blanche Martin during the Foundation Day Dinner 20th February 2009

Annual General Meeting at the Victoria Hotel Saturday 31st January 2009		Grace Attard NCW New President during the AGM 2009


NCW President Doreen Micallef, Hon. General Secretary Doris Bingley, EESC Member Grace Attard with MEP Astrid Lulling		NCW delegation: President Doreen Micallef, Gen. Sec Doris Bingley and EESC member Grace Attard at a meeting with the Hon. Dr. Chris Said, Parliamentary Secretary for Communication.

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