SVENSKA KVINNORS

EUROPANÄTVERK

Swedish Women’s

European Network (SKEN)

The Swedish Women’s European Network (SKEN) was established in 1994, Sweden joined the European Union (EU) in 1995. This Network is an independent association for women in Sweden interested in European issues – a forum for discussions and exchange of expertise.

Through debate, seminars, study visits and information we want to

• Stimulate women to learn more about EU and EU cooperation
• Work for gender equality between women and men
• Inspire Women in Sweden to take part in the EU debate
• Inspire women in Sweden to initiate and actively work with EU projects
• Spread information about and critically examine EU initiatives
• Contribute to increased women representation in EU institutions and decision making bodies
• Develop contacts with EU institutions and networks in Europe

The Swedish Women’s European Network (SKEN) arranges seminars about current EU issues and functions as a collective and persuasive power. Furthermore it is a member of the Sweden’s Women’s Lobby which is represented in the European Women’s Lobby (EWL), an advisory body within the EU. In this way SKEN reaches key decision groups at the EU level and many women’s organizations throughout Europe. EU Gender Equality strategy 2020-2026 is now decided by the EU Commission.