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European citizenship from a gender perspective

The recognition of a European citizenship by the Maastricht Treaty introduced a novel legal institution into the European construction, hitherto unknown in international law. However, in its current form, it offers very limited prerogatives. Nevertheless the possible development of a concept of European citizenship, founded on the recognition of the fundamental right of equality between the sexes and general parity has the potential to act as a powerful tool for democratic change, to benefit women and European society in general. On the other hand, certain authors note that the mere guaranteeing of rights by the EU will not in itself be sufficient to create a stronger democratic legitimacy for the integration process.

European citizenship; fundamental rights; equal treatment; equal opportunities; gender equality

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