women's rights

domestic violence

Record femicide cases prompt new emergency measures in Switzerland

Swiss Health Minister announces new emergency hotline and campaign following alarming rise in femicides, with 22 cases recorded this year and recent triple murder highlighting urgent need for action.

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justice

Justice Minister Proposes Electronic Monitoring to Combat Femicide

Following 18 femicides this year, Swiss Justice Minister Beat Jans pushes for ankle bracelet monitoring system to prevent violence against women.

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society

Swiss Taskforce Takes Action Against Rising Femicide

New urgent measures introduced to combat femicide in Switzerland as death toll reaches 18 victims this year, focusing on early intervention and victim protection.

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law

Swiss Parliament Rejects Law to Protect Rape Victims

Senate votes against making failure to assist rape victims punishable, sparking debate about sexual violence legislation.

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politics

Angela Koller becomes the first woman mayor in conservative northeastern Swiss canton that only granted women voting rights three decades ago.

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obituary

Architect of Switzerland's historic 1991 women's strike and prominent political figure passes away, leaving lasting legacy in gender equality movement

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society

Over 21,400 signatures submitted demanding substantial funding increase for combating gender-based violence, citing doubled fatalities in early 2025.

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gender equality

New international study places Switzerland 26th out of 29 OECD nations for working women's conditions, highlighting persistent gender equality challenges.

Le News

society

Multiple Swiss cities see major demonstrations with over 4,800 protesters in Lausanne and Geneva demanding stronger action on gender equality and women's rights.

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society

52 organizations call for government intervention as women continue to lose average of CHF 8,000 annually due to persistent wage gap.

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politics

Swiss Senate votes 21-18 to make gender-based discrimination and hatred punishable by law, marking significant step forward in protecting women's rights.

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politics

Federal Supreme Court dismisses Green Party and Socialist Women's Party bid to invalidate 2022 referendum raising women's retirement age, citing legal certainty despite acknowledging information concerns.

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