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News > EUROMIL: The role of military trade unions in tackling discrimination in the Armed Forces

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  • 26th November 2020 - 13:05 UTC

EUROMIL: The role of military trade unions in tackling discrimination in the Armed Forces

Last week, EUROMIL held an online discussion on “The role of military trade unions in tackling discrimination in the armed forces.”

The principles of equality and non-discrimination are enshrined in international standards and legislation. At the European Union (EU) level, these principles are foreseen in EU Treaties and the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights. Through different Directives, EU law protects workers from discrimination on grounds of race and ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender. The European Pillar of Social Rights also recognizes the right to equal treatment and opportunities for all. However, despite existing international and national legislation and policies, many people continue to suffer discrimination at their workplace and in the wider society.

The principles of equality and non-discrimination also apply to armed forces personnel. However, workplace discrimination is an issue in the armed forces, where military personnel continue to face not only discrimination, but also harassment, abuse and violence based on different grounds.

This awareness-raising discussion addressed the current situation with regard to workplace discrimination in the European armed forces and discussed the role of military trade unions in combatting them. Distinguished speakers shared best practices on social partner actions to guarantee equality, respect and dignity for all in the armed forces.

Detailed information about this discussion can be viewed here.

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