Latest women's rights news and updates from Switzerland. AI-curated articles covering women's rights topics.
Government announces new emergency measures including dedicated hotline launching next year amid record femicide cases in 2025.
Swiss Health Minister announces new emergency hotline and campaign following alarming rise in femicides, with 22 cases recorded this year and recent triple murder highlighting urgent need for action.
Following 18 femicides this year, Swiss Justice Minister Beat Jans pushes for ankle bracelet monitoring system to prevent violence against women.
New urgent measures introduced to combat femicide in Switzerland as death toll reaches 18 victims this year, focusing on early intervention and victim protection.
Senate votes against making failure to assist rape victims punishable, sparking debate about sexual violence legislation.
Angela Koller becomes the first woman mayor in conservative northeastern Swiss canton that only granted women voting rights three decades ago.
Architect of Switzerland's historic 1991 women's strike and prominent political figure passes away, leaving lasting legacy in gender equality movement
Over 21,400 signatures submitted demanding substantial funding increase for combating gender-based violence, citing doubled fatalities in early 2025.
New international study places Switzerland 26th out of 29 OECD nations for working women's conditions, highlighting persistent gender equality challenges.
Multiple Swiss cities see major demonstrations with over 4,800 protesters in Lausanne and Geneva demanding stronger action on gender equality and women's rights.
52 organizations call for government intervention as women continue to lose average of CHF 8,000 annually due to persistent wage gap.
Swiss Senate votes 21-18 to make gender-based discrimination and hatred punishable by law, marking significant step forward in protecting women's rights.
Federal Supreme Court dismisses Green Party and Socialist Women's Party bid to invalidate 2022 referendum raising women's retirement age, citing legal certainty despite acknowledging information concerns.
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