Thessaloniki, 21 October 2013 – 22 October 2013 |
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, Greek (simultaneous interpretation) |
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Event number: |
113DV108 |
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The seminar will provide an overview of the content of the gender equality Directives as interpreted by the European Court of Justice in its large case law on this topic. Certain key subjects and topical issues will be dealt with, such as the concepts of direct/indirect discrimination, harassment and sexual harassment; the burden of proof; the scope for positive action measures; the principle of equal pay for work of equal value; the protection of pregnant workers and the reconciliation of professional, private and family life.
Interaction among participants will be encouraged through periods of discussion and working groups requiring their active participation.
Participation is only open to judges, prosecutors and other members of the judiciary from an EU Member State, EEA/EFTA country or EU candidate country.