Across the globe 1 in 3 women, have suffered violence during their lifetime. Violence against women and girls comes in many forms: from domestic violence; cyber-violence; sexual violence; psychological violence; economic violence; femicide; to conflict-related sexual violence. This is a reality even in Europe. The situation is alarming and deplorable.

The Delegation of the European Union to the International Organisations in Vienna organises, already for the 3rd time, an EU Multilateral Christmas Charity Gala #EU4UKRAINE” on 17-18 December at “das Muth” theatre in Vienna, with as special guest performer, the Ukrainian winner of #Eurovision Song Contest, KALUSH ORCHESTRA

Protecting our planet for future generations requires strong common global action. The Council recently underlined the opportunities that ambitious climate action brings for the planet, the global economy and the people, and the importance of ensuring a just transition towards sustainable climate resilient economies and societies, leaving no one behind.