Legal regulation of gender equality under the conditions of martial state

Introduction. The paper examines the problems of ensuring equal rights and opportunities for women and men and eliminating all forms of social and gender discrimination. The rule of law ensures legal equality between the sexes, which means providing them with equal starting opportunities. The term gender refers to the different social roles, responsibilities and identities of women and men, and the balance of power between women and men in a given society. Gender roles and gender relations differ across countries and cultures and may even differ among different groups within the same society. The paper analyzes the problems of the theory and practice of gender equality in Ukraine. The current state of war in Ukraine requires dynamic changes at the legislative level and the application of best international practices. The purpose of the paper is to analyze the role and meaning of equal rights for both men and women and the legislative aspects of their provision. Results. The directions of gender policy in the Armed Forces of Ukraine have been determined separately. The Strategy of Ukraine, which proclaims the formation of gender law and society, has been submitted. The principle of equality, which has several manifestations, is substantiated, one of which is the principle of gender equality, which means an equal approach to everything regardless of gender. The problems of gender differences in personal characteristics associated with constant dynamic changes in the world are indicated, which require consideration of questions regarding the influence of certain gender stereotypes on the professional activity of an individual. The paper presents stereotypes, legal acts ensuring equality and problems of gender identification in modern Ukrainian society. The directions of gender policy in the Armed Forces of Ukraine have been determined separately. Conclusion. The conclusions of the work consist of research results and further scientific research. Specialists in the economic and legal spheres can use the research information.