This report identifies and assists good practices about women in political decision-making in the EU.These practices are considered to be fundamental tool for gender mainstreaming and the promotion of gender equality across the European Union.The thematic focus for the mapping comprised: 1) Competence development; 2) Awareness raising; 3) Political tools on gender balance and advocacy.It provides observations and recommendations to promote gender balance in politics and support Member State governments in fulfilling their commitment to the Beijing Platform for Action.