… Over the last 20 years, gender balance (quota of at least 40 % of each gender) has improved in EU Member States’ parliaments. And … quotas that aims to ensure a minimum proportion of each gender among candidates has played a key role. In fact, …
… Efforts to achieve gender balance in business and finance are losing momentum as … is a decisive step forward towards achieving greater gender equality in our society. “EIGE’s publication on gender balance in business and finance shows that after some …
… The European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) [1] is organising a second call for … a reserve list for the post of Research Officer – Gender Equality . The registration of applications will begin … data and gender analysis addressing stakeholders’ needs for communication purposes; Support project management …
… In April 2022, EIGE launches an enhanced Gender Equality in Academia and Research (GEAR) tool, … to give wider audiences access to a simple way of making gender equality plans part of their institutional strategies. … and innovation in the EU is characterised by significant gender inequalities. Women researchers remain …
… A number of elements can be pointed out as supporting gender equality work in research organisations and research … are present in an organisation, the efforts towards gender equality are more likely to succeed. Promote gender … a gender equality plan (GEP), in any type of organisation, needs awareness, knowledge and expertise, not only at the …
… a short overview of relevant terms in connection with gender equality plans (GEPs). If not stated otherwise, they … the glossary and thesaurus of the European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE), which is a terminology tool focusing … or male. Gender equality implies that the interests, needs and priorities of both women and men are taken into …
… In this section, you will find basic information on gender equality plans (GEPs), definitions of different terms used in the gender equality in academia and research (GEAR) tool, and … What do the key terms used in the GEAR tool mean (e.g. gender, diversity, intersectionality and research …
… institutions, the European Commission considers a Gender Equality Plan as a set of actions aiming at: … / audits of procedures and practices to identify gender bias; Identifying and implementing innovative … is meant to articulate a strategic view aimed at achieving gender equality. Initiatives such as adhering to a Charter or …
… PROMOTING GENDER EQUALITY IN RESEARCH Legal framework Belgium has specific laws and policies in place to improve gender equality in research institutions (research and … from other fields and institutions, reflecting their needs, career choices, strategies, work-life balance and …
… PROMOTING GENDER EQUALITY IN RESEARCH Legal framework Significant positive change is evident in gender equality in Croatia in the last 15 years. These … the science and technology system meets their specific needs, as recognised in the Action Plan on Science and …
… PROMOTING GENDER EQUALITY IN RESEARCH Legal framework Law 2839/2000 requires one-third gender representation in all decision-making public body … institutions (HEIs) in Greece, sets out contributing to gender equality as one of the main missions of the country’s …
… PROMOTING GENDER EQUALITY IN RESEARCH Legal framework The principle of … Act on Equality prohibits unequal treatment due to gender (among other grounds) in professional education, … is based on five goals, identified through research on the needs of the UW community, expert consultation, and a review …
… PROMOTING GENDER EQUALITY IN RESEARCH Legal framework There is no … legal framework in Romanian legislation that addresses gender equality in research. Article 41 of the Romanian … Governmental Ordinance 137/2000, which lists sex (not gender) among the prohibited grounds for discrimination. The …
… PROMOTING GENDER EQUALITY IN RESEARCH Legal framework The legislation … is against the law in the UK: Age, Disability, Gender Reassignment, Marriage and Civil Partnership, … of criteria relating to equality and diversity including gender equality. Each institute making a REF submission was …
… Tools and resources Ready, steady, go! Having set up the gender equality plan (GEP) (see step 3 ), you are ready to … success and institutionalisation. As highlighted in the ‘Gender equality network in the European research area’ … dealing with resistance; building support networks; the gender aspect of research careers, decision-making and …
… participatory process to design a protocol against gender-based violence that responds to the needs and reality of the university community. In June 2018, … has several innovative aspects. Its broad definition of gender-based violence covers all sexist violence, including …
… The GEP measures were implemented in three areas: gender awareness/competencies (the basis for all other … and focusing on one clear relatable objective rather than gender equality terminology. Finally, VRVis became aware of the importance of flexibility to react to current needs. Further information …
… a new eligibility criterion was introduced to strengthen gender equality as a cross-cutting priority: organisations … applying for Horizon Europe funds are required to have a gender equality plan (GEP) in place. For the calls with … to provide sufficient resources and expertise in gender equality for implementation. Data collection and …
… Main section Videos and webinars Tools and resources Gender equality is a core value of the EU. In 2019, the EU’s Gender Equality Index score was 67 points out of 100 … & I system. The focus of gender equality and mainstreaming needs to be boosted through the implementation of GEPs and …
… research and innovation (R & I) is highly segregated by gender and marked by considerable gender gaps. Women and men tend to concentrate in certain … The result is that the viewpoints, experiences and needs of half the population risk being overlooked or …