The keynote speech by Dr. Erato Kozakou Marcoullis discusses the Nordic countries as models of gender equality, highlighting their high labor force participation rates for women, low salary gaps, and thriving political empowerment. Key achievements include women's historical voting rights, significant representation in parliament, and effective gender equality policies, such as generous parental leave and the removal of legal employment barriers. Overall, the Nordic welfare model emphasizes equal opportunities and social security, which underpin their gender equality successes.