Mission & Values

We represent an inclusive, fearless, loud, independent feminist voice and bring the voices of women and girls into the European political arena.

We act as a catalyst connecting different actors to bring transformational change at both national and European level. Representing the diversity of the women’s movement across Europe, we build consensus and mobilise our members’ collective experience and expertise to work on major issues affecting women and girls.

We strive to realise women’s rights, equality between women and men and social justice, leaving no woman and girl behind.

Values

We have a vision of a Feminist Europe, in which all women and girls enjoy equal rights and participation in power and decision-making structures across all levels of society. Liberated from all forms of oppression and exploitation, women and girls have true freedom of choice, and live lives free from sexism and all forms of violence. Women’s contribution to all aspects of social, political and cultural life is recognised, rewarded and celebrated.

EWL’s 7 core values

Dignity

Equality

Justice

Diversity

Solidarity

Peace

Respect

EWL’s 5 key principles​

Autonomy

Women’s rights

Equality

Participation

Inclusion