The seminar will focus on the concept of Gender Mainstreaming and its evolution as a strategic and political guideline at international, European, and national levels. The aim is to provide an overview of the main systems and platforms dedicated to women's empowerment, also by reading a selected number of documents and legal acts that are relevant in guiding States and international organizations in the definition of policies aimed at protecting women's rights and closing the gender gap. During each lesson, specific attention will be devoted to discussion and dialogue, to raise students' awareness and encourage the acquisition of critical thinking on gender issues.