World Parents Organization Press release
Focus on shared parenting and positive father involvement
Today, Denmark assumes the European Union Presidency. This is a unique opportunity to place a strong focus on shared parenting and positive involvement of fathers across Europe.
Denmark shall actively secure the implementation of the Council of Europe Parliamentary Assembly Resolution 2079 (2015) on « Equality and shared parenting: The role of fathers », which was unanimously adopted by the member states as a recommendation. Implementing this resolution will be highly beneficial to children, families, and society at large.
The world’s first equality catalogue for children and fathers has been developed in Denmark. This ground-breaking works sets a strong example that can inspire other countries to move towards a more balanced and modern family legislation, where both mothers and fathers are equally important in children’s lives.
« It is time for Europe to modernize family law and practice. Both mothers and fathers must have equal opportunities to be present and active in their children’s lives. This is not only crucial for the well-being of the children themselves but also for building a sustainable and equal society. »
Facts
- The Council of Europe’s Resolution 2079 (2015) recommends that member states secure shared parenting, promote the role of fathers, and combat gender-based stereotypes in family law and cases.
- The world’s first equality catalogue for children and fathers has been developed in Denmark. The catalogue contains 363 focus points across 12 themes, with an analysis of equality challenges and concrete proposals for the family policies of the future.
- Towards the UN Global Goals 2030 the World Parents Organization asked 3 500 Nordic fathers about Shared Parenting and Gender Equality. In the Nordic countries, shared parenting is the norm, with a positive impact on children, families and society.
- Shared parenting and equal involvement of both parents significantly reduce the risk of mental and physical health issues for children. It strengthens school performance and social relations, reduces public costs related to health and social problems, and increases gender equality in both family life and the labor market.
Communiqué archivé au format PDF (1.39 Mo, 3 p.).
Résolution 2079 (2015) archivée au format PDF (143 Ko, 2 p.).
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