Legal Ambiguities and Competence Challenges in the Directive on Combating Violence Against Women

In a move purported to combat violence against women and domestic violence, the provisional agreement on the directive was voted upon today in the joint FEMM/LIBE Committee. However, it sparks concerns regarding its legal basis and the inclusion of ambiguous terms, particularly “sexual and reproductive healthcare services.” Despite its commendable aim to address critical issues…

Certificate of Parenthood: The European Parliament votes in favour and once again violates the Autonomy of Member States

In a decision made on December 14, 2023, during the plenary session in Strasbourg, the European Parliament voted in favour of the regulation proposal for “cross-border recognition of parenthood” with 366 votes in favour, 145 against, and 23 abstentions. This regulation introduces the “European Certificate of Parenthood,” aiming to ensure automatic acknowledgment of parenthood established…

The European Parliament calls for banning Surrogacy Exploitation in Anti-Human Trafficking Effort

Strasbourg, October 5, 2023 One Of Us European Federation, dedicated to upholding the principles of human dignity and protecting vulnerable individuals, wholeheartedly celebrates the momentous decision reached by the Joint Committee on Civil Liberties and Women’s Rights in the European Parliament. In a groundbreaking vote earlier today, surrogacy was officially designated as a form of…