Ministerio de Igualdad

The Ministerio de Igualdad (Ministry of Equality) in Spain is responsible for promoting gender equality and combating gender-based violence. Recent news highlights its involvement in two key areas. Firstly, the Ministry, in conjunction with the Ministry of Industry and Tourism, is taking action to revoke the Fiesta of National Tourist Interest status of the Semana Santa of Sagunto due to the Cofradía's discriminatory practices against women. This demonstrates the Ministry's commitment to ensuring equality within cultural events recognized by the state. Secondly, the Ministry is tracking and confirming cases of vicarious violence, noting a concerning increase in the number of children murdered by their parents in early 2026, equaling the total for 2025. The Ministry also confirms cases of gender-based violence against women, such as the recent femicide in Zaragoza. These events underscore the Ministry's ongoing efforts to address gender inequality and violence against women and children in Spain.