Monthly Archives: January 2014

Obama calls gender pay gap an ’embarrassment’

Posted on 31/01/2014 by coface

In his State of the Union speech last Tuesday, President Obama urged the country to come together for gender equality in the workplace. He stressed that women still make 77 cents for every dollar that a man makes. He made … Continue reading →

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Now would you believe it…

Posted on 26/01/2014 by coface

that the European Parliament Communications team highlights work-life balance as one of the great benefits of living in Europe – and indirectly of the work of the European Parliament. As the European Elections are coming closer (25th May), the European … Continue reading →

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The Year is officially launched!

Posted on 24/01/2014 by coface

COFACE officially launched the 2014 Year of Reconciling Work and Family Life in Europe, on the 23rd January in the European Parliament. MEP Marian Harkin hosted the event, and she also gave a very inspirational speech for those who came … Continue reading →

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2014 is here, so let the work begin!

Posted on 09/01/2014 by coface

Firstly let us wish all our followers a Happy New Year and our best wishes for 2014. We really appreciate the interest you have shown in our campaign, and the continued support during the past almost 2 years. The elephant … Continue reading →

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