Conference “The Role of Men in Gender Equality” European Insights & Strategies. Findings of Study on the Role of Men in Gender Equality. The study aims to identify the different roles of men in the gender equality process in the EU: what framework conditions favour men’s political commitment to gender equality and a gender-equality oriented behaviour? Supported by the European Community Programme for Employment and Social Solidarity (2007 – 2013). European Commission, DG JUSTICE, Unit for Gender Equality.