IGTN: Gender implications of the EU - Ukraine trade relations

Title:	Gender implications of the EU - Ukraine trade relations
Author:	Oksana Kisselyova, Liberal Society Institute.
Date Published:	November 1, 2007
Source:	research
PDF:	Gender implications of the EU-Ukraine Trade Relations
Abstract:	IGTN Europe focal point (WIDE)´s fact sheet that is related to the European Union new framework for its relations with neighbourin countries that included Ukraine, called the European Neighbourhood Policy -ENP.
A gender dimension is missing from the WTO consultations and EU-Ukraine trade relations. In order to fill the gap it is necessary to: Integrate a gender analysis in the ongoing trade impact assessments and encourage the use of gender-disaggregated data and gender indicators. Form a multi-sector gender and trade consultative group with regard to gender issues at the WTO and EU-Ukraine trade relations under the Ukrainian Ministry of Economy. This could take the form of a joint committee with representatives from the public, private, civil and academic sectors. Adopt explicit gender analysis and integration measures in all trade policy development related to the WTO and EU-Ukraine trade negotiations. Make the WTO and EU-Ukraine trade decision-making nationally and multilaterally more transparent, democratic and guarantee women's input and participation. Introduce special programs (micro-finance, credits, grant programs, etc.) to support women's businesses.