Women And Society : Germany

According to the Basic Law, men and women have equal rights. This constitutional rule is absolutely clear, but in practice it has been more a wish than a reality. Therefore, in 1994 the constitutional and statutory foundations for equality of rights were broadened. Old preconceived notions of what women are and are not “entitled to” die hard. Women still do not have the same opportunities as men in society, in politics and at work. Many of them are subject to heavy stress through family and work. Nonetheless, their status has gradually improved over the years. And they are in the majority: In Germany there are about 2.2 million more women than men.