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Action Plan for Equal Opportunities and Diversity 2026 – 2030

Introduction

Introduction The Municipality of Sanem is proud to present its third Action Plan for Equality and Diversity. In this edition, you can read about the initiatives the municipality has implemented, the measures it intends to maintain, and its new goals, objectives, and actions.

Advances have been achieved not only at the local level but also nationally. Thirty Luxembourgish municipalities have signed the Charte européenne pour l’égalité des femmes et des hommes dans la vie locale (European Charter for Equality of Women and Men in Local Life). The Charter itself welcomed nine We also want to emphasize that the Municipality new articles, which the Municipality of Sanem ratified in 2024. of Sanem’s Action Plan applies to all genders, even though it refers to the European Charter, which explicitly mentions women and men. By signing the Charter, the Municipality of Sanem commits to acting in accordance with the six fundamental principles upon which the current Since the last plan covering 2021–2025, significant progress has been made. 39 articles of the European Charter for Equality of Women and Men in Local Life are based:

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2. To ensure the equality of women and men, multiple and intersecting forms of discrimination and disadvantage must be addressed. 3. The balanced participation and representation of women and men in decision-making is a precondition of a democratic society.

4. The elimination of gender stereotypes is fundamental to achieving equality of women and men. 5. The integration of the gender perspective into all local and regional government activity is indispensable to advancing equality of women and men. 6. Properly conceived and funded action plans and programmes are essential tools in advancing equality of women and men.

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THE EUROPEAN CHARTER FOR EQUALITY

“ Equality between women and men is a fundamental right.”

General Information about the European Charter for Equality of Women and Men in Local Life

Council of European Municipalities and Regions The Council of European Municipalities and Regions (CEMR) was founded in 1951. Today, it is the oldest and largest organization of local authorities. In other words, the CEMR is a federation of national associations representing local and regional levels across Europe. To date, the Council includes 60 member associations representing more than 110,000 communities in 41 European countries.

For example, Luxembourgish cities and municipalities are represented in the CEMR through the Syndicat des Villes et Communes Luxembourgeoises (SYVICOL). Within the framework of a project financially supported by the European Commission, the CEMR

Although equality between women and men is a fundamental right and a core democratic value, it is still not a reality in all aspects of daily life – for example, in terms of pay gaps or the underrepresentation of women in higher political and economic positions.

developed the European Charter for Equality of Women and Men in Local and Regional Life, which was authorized by responsible authorities in 2006. To respond to societal, political, and technological developments in recent years, the Charter was updated in 2022 with nine new articles. This update emphasizes the importance of gender-sensitive policies, particularly in the context of digitalization and crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic or the war in Ukraine. The Charter thus remains a crucial and up-todate instrument for promoting equality and diversity in our society.

Origin and Context of the European Charter for Equality of Women and Men in Local Life

This continuity and reproduction of inequalities result from social constructs based on stereotypes, which are transmitted by families, cultures, media, workplaces, and education systems. The European Charter for Equality of Women and Men in Local Life assumes that local and municipal governments are closer to citizens. In this sense, they are best positioned to promote a truly egalitarian society and to combat inequalities.

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The Department for Equal Opportunities and Diversity

The department welcomes constructive input.

If you have an idea, question, or personal concern, please feel free to contact Annick Spellini, Head of the Department for Equal Opportunities and Diversity: service.secd@suessem.lu or T. 59 30 75-501 or T. 59 30 75-654

The Department for Equal Opportunities and Diversity Development of the Department for Equal Opportunities and Diversity

What does the Department for Equal Opportunities and Diversity do?

Partners of the department

The Department for Equal Opportunities and Diversity of the Municipality of Sanem has undergone several developments since its creation in 1999. What began as one of Luxembourg’s pioneering municipal initiatives under the name ‘Service à la Condition féminine’ was further developed in 2005. This marked the birth of the Department for Equal Opportunities.

The following list provides a broad overview of the projects and missions of the department (note: this list is not exhaustive):

The Department for Equal Opportunities and Diversity works closely with a range of partners, both at the local and national level, to effectively implement its goals and missions. The proper functioning of the department also depends on the continuous support and trust from the Mayor and Municipal Council, which enables the department to pursue important developments.

Until then, the focus had mainly been on equality between women and men. However, as topics covered by the anti-discrimination law were already being addressed at that time, a next logical step occurred after the 2017 municipal elections. The diversity aspect was added, giving the department its current name: Department for Equal Opportunities and Diversity.

― Raising awareness and informing the municipal population on issues of equality and diversity ― Babysitter training ― First Aid in Mental Health training ― Public Writer Service (Service Écrivain·e·s Public·que·s) ― Coordination of the Municipal Pact for Intercultural Living Together ― Awareness and informational activities during the International Day of Women in Sport ― Contact person for collaboration with Zarabina Asbl ― Contact person for the Volunteer Platform ― Member of the Equality and Diversity Commission

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the National Council of Women of Luxembourg (CNFL), and the National Network of Gender Equality Officers (REGA). As a member of the REGA, the department is committed to strengthening collaborations with other municipalities as well as with national and international actors. This allows existing relationships to be deepened, new synergies to be created, and joint projects to be developed that support the department’s missions and promote equality at multiple levels.

At the municipal level, several interdisciplinary collaborations take place with the Department for Equal Opportunities and Diversity. The municipal departments and thematic commissions strive to implement gender policies, Additionally, the department actively collaborates with associations at both intercultural cohesion, and intergenerational the national and local level that are dedicated initiatives in the best possible way. to equality and diversity. At the national level, the department regularly cooperates with the Ministry of Gender Equality and Diversity (MEGA), the Syndicat des Villes et Communes Luxembourgeoises (SYVICOL),

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Success Stories of Recent Years

Based on the objectives and measures of the previous action plan, we are proud to highlight some success stories from 2021 to 2025.

These are a few notable achievements, though not an exhaustive list of all actions over the past years:

― On 18 June 2021, in response to Hungary and Poland’s LGBTIQ+ Free Zones, the Municipality of Sanem declared itself an LGBTIQ+ Freedom Zone. Our Municipal Council was also the first to participate in an LGBTIQ+ training offered by Cigale and Alter Ego, gaining a better understanding of the acronym and the issues affecting these communities.

― Since Autumn 2021, the Municipality of Sanem has successfully offered First Aid in Mental Health training for both residents and staff. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the importance of taking our mental health seriously. In 2020, the municipality was invited as a pilot municipality by the Ligue Santé Mentale to participate in the first training sessions before they were widely available. By 2021, Sanem was the first municipality to offer this training to its residents. The training has been held twice a year since then, and the municipality also has its own internal trainer who provides sessions for both residents and staff.

“ The Municipality of Sanem is consciously committed to designing its communication in such a way that every person feels addressed – regardless of gender.”

― An important project of the Department for Equal Opportunities and Diversity is the Babysitter training, which has existed since 2006 and has been continuously improved over the years based on the feedback from participants and parents. In 2023, this initiative received the Diversity Award – a great honour for our municipality. Sanem was the first in the country to offer training for the care of children with special needs, in collaboration with Office House Capellen. Due to high demand, two training sessions are now organized each summer, which are always fully booked.

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― A significant step forward in our inclusion efforts has been gender-inclusive communication. The Municipality of Sanem consciously ensures that all communication addresses everyone regardless of their gender. While texts in simplified language are sometimes an exception, they remain part of our inclusive approach, ensuring information is accessible and understandable for everyone. ― In April 2023, women’s health was highlighted in Sanem: together with the association Lipödem Lëtzebuerg, we organized the National Lipoedema Day at the Suessem, Multipurpose Hall, with great success. This event helped raise awareness among the public and healthcare professionals about lipoedema, a condition that is still often underrecognized and poorly understood. We are very proud to support Lipödem Lëtzebuerg in its mission to increase awareness of this disease. ― After participating in the pilot project of the Pact for Living Together of the Ministry of Family Affairs, Solidarity, Living Together, and Reception of Refugees, the official Municipal Pact for Intercultural Living Together was signed in March 2024. Its goal is to promote citizen participation and intercultural living together. In this context, the steering committee, composed by the Municipal Council, selects a priority. A citizens’ workshop is then organized to gather ideas from our residents. The next step is to implement these ideas as effectively as possible, followed by evaluation and selection of the next priority. 10

Success Stories of Recent Years

The first priority focused on welcoming new residents. Two neighbourhood gatherings were organized locally, providing opportunities for new residents to meet and learn more about the municipality. The second priority focuses on volunteering and intercultural/ intergenerational meetings. The second citizens’ workshop on 26 April 2025, reached 120 participants, who provided valuable input. Activities have been carried out in the second half of 2025 and early 2026. ― With musical performances by IRINA, children’s activities organized by Saba, and the support of the Ecology Department and the Department for Equal Opportunities and Diversity, the Municipality of Sanem officially inaugurated Matgesfeld as a Safe Space for everyone on 29 June 2024, in the presence of Minister Yuriko Backes from the Ministry of Gender Equality and Diversity. ― The Municipality of Sanem further reinforced its commitment to gender equality by declaring itself a Safe Place for Women in the Municipal Council on 21 March, 2025. 11

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Structure of the Action Plan

Structure of the Action Plan “ The action plan highlights the priorities of the Municipality of Sanem in the field of equal opportunities and the fight against all forms of discrimination.”

This municipal action plan serves as an instrument to implement the priorities of the Municipality of Sanem in favour of equality and the fight against all forms of discrimination. The objectives of the municipality are based on the following articles from the European Charter for Equality of Women and men in Local Life and the Guide d’Accompagnement pour les Communes Luxembourgeoises, established by the SYVICOL:

Article 1

Political Commitment

The municipality recognises the importance of building an egalitarian society in which every person can develop fully, regardless of their sex or gender. The municipality commits to promoting equality across all areas of its competence.

Article 2

Political Representation

The municipality commits to take all appropriate measures to actively ensure and support a balanced representation of all genders in political decision-making processes.

Article 3

Participation in Political and Civic Life

The municipality promotes citizen participation in governance and civic life.

Article 5

Working with Partners to Promote Equality

The municipality actively seeks to promote equality between all genders beyond municipal political structures.

Article 4

Public Commitment to Equality

The municipality publicly commits to advocating for the principle of equality between all people, regardless of their sex or gender.

Article 6:

Countering Stereotypes

The municipality undertakes to counter and preclude prejudices and practices, including the use of verbal expressions and images, which convey the idea of superiority or inferiority of one sex or gender over another.

Article 10 + Article 34

Multiple and Intersecting Forms of Discrimination or Disadvantage & Intersectionality and Diversity

The municipality commits, beyond promoting equality for all people regardless of their sex or gender, to oppose all forms of discrimination based on nationality, social or ethnic origin, language, religion, political beliefs, disability, age, or sexual orientation. Furthermore, the municipality recognises the issue of inter sectionality, which often results in women and girls being victims of multiple and overlapping forms of discrimination.

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Article 11 + Article 35

Role as Employer & Workplace Flexibility

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Article 16

Article 18

The municipality integrates the right to equality for all genders into its personnel policy and promotes greater flexibility in the workplace.

Article 13

Education and Lifelong Learning

Within the limits of its competences, the municipality promotes equality in education and continuing training. Article 14 + Article 37

Health & Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights

The municipality commits to promoting healthy lifestyles for all people, regardless of their sex or gender. Furthermore, the municipality undertakes to inform and raise awareness among the population about sexual and reproductive health.

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Childcare

The municipality provides childcare structures that allow parents to organise their professional, public, and private lives.

Social Inclusion

The Municipality of Sanem promotes the inclusion of socially marginalised persons and recognises that the needs of women, men, and other individuals may differ. Article 22

Gender-Based Violence

The municipality actively participates in the fight against gender-based violence. Article 32

Cyber Violence

The Municipality of Sanem takes a firm stance against cyber violence.

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OBJECTIVE

Political Commitment

― Commitment of the municipality to promote equality among all genders across all areas of its competence.

The municipality reinforces its commitment to an egalitarian society in which every person, regardless of their sex or gender, can flourish, and is dedicated to promoting equality across all areas of its competence.

MEASURES

― Signature of the European Charter for Equality of Women and Men in Local Life on 14 January 2010. ― 2018: Signature of the Luxembourg Charte de la Diversité. ― Development of a new, multi-year municipal action plan for equality for all individuals, regardless of their sex or gender, in local life. ― Implementation of the measures set out in the multi-year municipal action plan.

It should be noted that the European Charter for Equality of Women and Men in Local Life and this action plan do not constitute legal obligations. They are recommendations aimed at implementing positive measures in favour of equality and diversity. 14

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Article 2

OBJECTIVES

Article 3:

Political Representation

― Promote the representation of foreign residents.

Participation in Political and Civic Life

The municipality commits to take all appropriate measures to actively ensure and support balanced gender representation in political decisionmaking processes. Several political parties have meanwhile introduced their own quota regulations, which is a positive development in terms of gender equality and contributes to making a formal written request with corresponding recommendations no longer necessary.

― Raise citizens’ awareness of the importance of balanced gender representation in political decision-making processes. MEASURES

― Promote balanced gender representation on electoral lists for the 2029 municipal elections. ― Encourage balanced gender representation in the commissions of the Municipality of Sanem. ― Organise information evenings and/or training sessions for individuals wishing to engage politically.

Through various forms of public participation, such as consultative commissions, the Municipality of Sanem promotes citizen engagement in governance and civic life. Citizen participation is also encouraged through the Municipal Pact for Intercultural Living Together. Residents are regularly invited to take part in citizen workshops to share their opinions and ideas.

MEASURES

― Promote balanced gender representation in commissions. ― Promote a non-stereotypical distribution of responsibilities and tasks in consultative commissions. ― Organise information and awareness campaigns run by the commissions. ― The municipal population office informs nonLuxembourgish residents about their right to register on electoral lists.

― Ensure balanced gender representation in consultative commissions.

― Multipliers from the Intercultural Living Together Committee raise awareness among non-Luxembourgish residents about registering on electoral lists.

― Promote a non-stereotypical distribution of responsibilities within consultative commissions.

― Highlight and support the Citizen Pact under the Municipal Pact for Intercultural Living Together.

― Increase the representation of foreign residents in commissions.

― Promote citizen workshops under the Municipal Pact and implement resulting actions.

OBJECTIVES

― Encourage foreign residents to register on the electoral lists. 16

― Promote citizen participation through activities under the Municipal Pact for Intercultural Living Together.

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Article 4

OBJECTIVE

Article 5

OBJECTIVE

Public Commitment to Equality

― Ensure the visibility of the Municipality of Sanem’s policies on equality and diversity.

Working with Partners to Promote Equality

― Strengthen collaborations with partners in the fields of equality and diversity at internal and external levels.

The signing of the European Charter for Equality of Women and Men in Local Life in 2010 was widely celebrated. The ratification of nine new articles was approved on 23 September 2024 by the Municipal Council and communicated to residents.

MEASURES

― Ensure communication about awareness activities and events across the municipality’s channels. ― Use non-stereotypical visual and written communication. ― Collaborate with various partners on projects promoting equality and diversity.

The Municipality of Sanem also visibly promotes equality for all, for example ― Ensure gender parity when naming by declaring itself an LGBTIQ+ Freedom new streets. Zone in 2021 and inaugurating Matgesfeld ― Make the municipality’s support visible as a Safe Space for everyone. for events such as Pride Month and the Orange Week.

― Analyse and promote potential new Safe Spaces.

The Municipality of Sanem collaborates internally and externally with various partners to organise events such as Mental Health Week, Orange Week, and other activities promoting gender equality and diversity.

MEASURES

― Work with municipal departments, such as the Public Relations and Culture Department, Ecological Department, Senior+ Department, Technical Department, and Health and Safety at Work Department on equality and diversity projects. ― Collaborate with municipal commissions, such as the Equality and Diversity commission, Youth commission, and Intercultural Coexistence commission, on relevant projects. ― Strengthen existing partnerships, such as with Office House Capellen, Initiative Life Beginnings, Conseil National des Femmes du Luxembourg (CNFL), Ministry of Gender Equality and Diversity (MEGA), and the Network of Gender Equality Officers (REGA). ― Develop new and relevant partnerships to support the objectives of the Department for Equality of Opportunities and Diversity.

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Countering Stereotypes The municipality is committed to preventing and combating prejudices and practices, including the use of verbal expressions and images that convey the idea of superiority or inferiority of either gender. OBJECTIVES

― Implement actions and campaigns to counter or prevent stereotypes and prejudices.

― Use non-stereotypical visual and written communication.

― Encourage boys to consider careers in socioeducational fields through annual Babysitter training.

― Implement actions and campaigns addressing gender-, sex-, sexuality-, origin-, and disabilitybased stereotypes and prejudices.

MEASURES

― Provide training for the population and municipal staff on these topics.

― In the Babysitter training programme, the use of the Gender Game developed by the Luxembourg Institute of SocioEconomic Research (LISER) to challenge gender stereotypes with young people.

“ The municipality is committed to combating prejudices and practices, as well as the use of verbal expressions and images that convey the idea of superiority or inferiority of one gender or another, and to preventing them.”

― Conduct awareness campaigns on LGBTIQ+ communities (lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans*, intersex, queer, and others) to combat associated stereotypes and prejudices. 20

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7 Article 10 + Article 34

Multiple and Intersecting Forms of Discrimination or Disadvantage & Intersectionality and Diversity Under the law of 28 November 2006 on equal treatment, the municipality undertakes to combat all forms of discrimination, including those based on nationality, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, beliefs, disability, or age. By signing the Charte de la Diversité, the Municipality of Sanem reinforces its commitment to combating multiple and often overlapping forms of discrimination.

OBJECTIVES

MEASURES

― Support foreign residents to learn the Luxembourgish language.

― Organise Luxembourgish and English language courses for levels A.1.1, A.1.2, and A.2.1 annually.

― Conduct projects promoting integration and intercultural collaboration (e.g., graffiti and school projects).

― Provide direct interpretation at public meetings, conferences, and events.

― Provide intergenerational activities under the Municipal Pact for Intercultural Living Together.

― Improve intercultural communication and exchange. ― Promote integration and intercultural understanding. ― Raise children’s awareness of other cultures and traditions. ― Make the municipality accessible for all. ― Combat stereotypes and discrimination related to sexual orientation and/or gender identity.

― Ensure language courses are accessible for people with reduced mobility. ― Implement accessibility recommendations from the “Barrier-free Municipality” study prior to the Accessibility Law of 7 January 2022. ― Ensure municipal buildings comply with accessibility regulations. ― Organise activities to support integration through the Education and Reception Department (SEA) and other municipal departments.

― Implement actions from consultative commissions to counter stereotypes and discrimination based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity. ― Collaborate with associations such as ITGL, Rosa Lëtzebuerg, Cigale, and others. ― Display support for LGBTIQ+ communities by raising the Progressive Pride Flag during Pride Month and Luxembourg Pride Week. ― Provide various training sessions for municipal staff.

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Role as Employer & Workplace Flexibility The municipality integrates the right to equality for all genders into its personnel policy.

OBJECTIVES

― Define measures promoting professional equality within the municipal administration. ― Guarantee gender equality in recruitment. ― Include diversity within teams. ― Ensure fair and transparent opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

from part-time to full-time work. ― Implement flexible working hours and home office to support work-life balance. ― Provide further training in equality and diversity.

― Support staff in balancing work and family life.

― Ensure two points of contact (Equality and Diversity Department and staff delegation) handle harassment cases and strengthen anti-bullying initiatives.

MEASURES

― Allocate budget for staff wellbeing.

― Update personnel structure analysis by gender with the HR office, Equality and Diversity Service, and staff delegation.

― Support professional reintegration through partnerships with associations like Zarabina.

― Apply the principle of gender parity in recruitment and interviews. ― Encourage diversity within teams. ― Offer unpaid leave, part-time, and parental leave. ― Enable staff to return

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Education and Continuing Training Through initiatives such as the Zesumme si mir staark project and Babysitter training, the municipality promotes equality in education and lifelong learning.

OBJECTIVES

MEASURES

― Foster general awareness of equality and diversity among primary school pupils.

― Include activities promoting equality and diversity in the annual school project Zesumme si mir staark.

― Guarantee inclusive pedagogy in the SEA. ― Promote equality through teacher training and Babysitter programmes. ― Raise awareness of gender equality through annual Women’s Day and Men’s Day events. ― Provide consultation and training for adults returning to the workforce. ― Implement pedagogy that considers gender. ― Counter gender stereotypes in career choices. 26

― Provide support for pupils with special educational needs through specialised staff. ― Organise teacher training in pre-school and primary school. ― Conduct training for SEA educators and municipal staff in areas such as mental health first aid. ― Implement annual Babysitter training in collaboration with the Equality and Diversity Department.

― Organise awareness evenings on work-life balance and parenting. ― Collaborate with Zarabina Asbl for training and professional reintegration. ― Organise events for International Women’s and Men’s Days.

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Health & Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights The municipality commits to promotiong healthy lifestyles for all people, regardless of gender, and participates in Mental Health Week alongside the Ligue Santé Mentale and the Ministry of Health. It also educates the population on sexual and reproductive health.

OBJECTIVES

MEASURES

― Promote mental and physical health and hygiene.

― Participate in Mental Health Week with various actions and communications.

― Raise awareness about genderspecific diseases.

― Organise activities on diseases primarily affecting women (e.g., ovarian and breast cancer) and men (e.g., prostate and testicular cancer).

― Promote sexual and reproductive health awareness.

― Run awareness activities on psychological and physical health issues. ― Promote hygiene awareness in schools and SEA. ― Conduct sexual and reproductive health awareness campaigns with Cesas.

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Childcare The Municipality of Sanem provides childcare structures to allow parents to balance professional, public, and private life. The SEA offers high-quality, inclusive childcare promoting gender equality.

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MEASURES

― Expand the number of places available for children in Childcare Centres and build new Childcare Centre structures. ― Adapt non-formal education to children’s capacities and interests. ― Respect the diversity of children from various situations. ― Integrate children with special needs as fully as possible.

OBJECTIVES

― Plan SEA facilities with all new school complexes. ― Ensure inclusive pedagogy and participation of all children. ― Apply the four general pedagogical principles: individualisation, diversity, inclusion, multilingualism. ― Implement integration measures. ― Offer activities supporting psychomotor, cultural, and personal development. ― Structures that meet the needs of children. ― Provide qualitative child supervision, healthy nutrition, and equal opportunities.

― Maintain regular exchanges with external professional associations (e.g., PAMO, La Main Tendue,Angela Asbl, Alive Plus Asbl, Service F.A.M.I.L, RASE). ― Integrate refugee children into Maisons Relais.

to promote healthy eating habits.

― Apply principles of multilingualism and multiculturalism. ― Promote the Luxembourgish language and harmonious cohabitation between local and foreign children. ― Continue sports and arts projects to develop creativity, confidence, and physical skills. ― Provide nature and forest pedagogy activities. ― Encourage positive dialogue with parents. ― Ensure gender-balanced access to toys, media, and activities. ― Organise cooking workshops

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“ T he municipality actively participates in the fight against gender-specific violence.”

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Article 22

Social Inclusion

Gender-Based Violence

The Municipality of Sanem promotes the inclusion of socially marginalised individuals and recognises that the needs of women and men may differ. OBJECTIVES

― Raise awareness about LGBTIQ+ communities.

― Organise information sessions for same-sex couples considering adoption.

― Support single-parent families.

― Run awareness campaigns for young people regarding coming out, in collaboration with Rosa Lëtzebuerg and/or Cigale.

― Promote inclusion of female and male migrants and refugees. ― Facilitate professional reintegration. ― Prevent eviction and social exclusion.

― Participate in Luxembourg Pride Week/Month organised by Rosa Lëtzebuerg. ― Display the municipality’s support for LGBTIQ+ communities with Pride flags at the town hall.

The Municipality of Sanem actively participates in combating genderbased violence. During Orange Week, it displays the banner “Luxembourg says no to violence against women and girls” from Zonta and CNFL. Interactive theatre forums on domestic violence organised by the Ministry of Gender Equality and Diversity (MEGA) are also held. OBJECTIVES

― Organise intercultural events such as the annual Colorissimo Festival. ― Conduct workshops on professional reintegration with Zarabina.

MEASURES

― Maintain a regular Zarabina presence in the municipality to support reintegration. ― Organise job fairs. ― Organise refugee information evenings with the Social Office and Housing Service.

― Inform citizens about available municipal support.

― Organise conferences on violence against children.

― Raise awareness against gender-based violence.

― Organise conferences on violence against youth.

MEASURES

― Organise conferences on violence against adults.

― Participate in Orange Week organised by CNFL in collaboration with Zonta International and supported by MEGA. ― Display the municipality’s commitment with the Orange Week banner.

― Organise conferences on violence against seniors. ― Organise awareness campaigns against sexual, psychological, and online violence. 33

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Cyber Violence The Municipality of Sanem is committed to combating cyber violence. OBJECTIVE

― Conduct awareness campaigns on cyber violence.

QR code for the online PDF of the European Charter for Equality between Women and Men in Local Life:

MEASURE

― Organise information sessions with Bee Secure or similar partners on cyber violence prevention and response.

charter-equality.eu/the-charter Website where you can find the 28 languages in which the Charter is written.