MINDtheGEPs

MINDtheGEPs is promoting #GenderEquality on structural and cultural levels for seven European organisations working in research and innovation. We assess gender imbalances, design gender equality plans for sustainable change, and monitor and evaluate the progress we make. Towards gender equality in research with a focus on fixing the system, not the women! Take a look at our gender equality plans: https://lnkd.in/gkdwJ_76

Raising awareness about #GenderEquality is a cornerstone of implementing Gender Equality Plans. Training initiatives are key to ensure organisations are mature and knowledgeable enough to succeed in implementing the measures outlined in these plans. This holds true also for MINDtheGEPs partners who are implementing Gender Equality Plans. By taking a train-the-trainers approach, MINDtheGEPs partners develop gender equality training competencies sustainably. Slowly building a pool of competent trainers within their respective organisations, able to provide training through face-to-face sessions, online modules, guidance materials, and expert networks. Learn more about our train-the-trainers approach: https://lnkd.in/dV-NxFRs

Organisational change rests on the activation of formal and informal structures. Through MINDtheGEPs, the University of Turin was able to leverage an existing structure – an interdisciplinary centre for the study of women and gender – to build strong alliances with the governing bodies of the University. Gender equality plans have been a pre-requisite for receiving research funding from the Horizon Europe framework programme as of 2022, something that has helped accelerate the process in MINDtheGEPs partner organisations. According to Manuela Naldini, Professor of sociology at the University of Turin, the combination of access to project funding and the CIRSDe centre platform are two of the key factors for success. CIRSDe is the Research Centre for Women’s and Gender Studies at the University of Turin. The big team, commitment to gender equality, and research connection at CIRSDe makes actions innovative. Read more about the importance of building alliances: https://lnkd.in/dsarxZGx

The University of Gdańsk has received a prestigious EU Award Gender Equality Champions. I recived the Award, together with some members of my team prof. Natasza Kosakowska-Berezecka and Marta Dziedzic and vice-rector of UG prof. Pawe? Antonowicz from commissioner Ekaterina Zaharieva during Gala held in Brussels 3rd March 2025

In MINDtheGEPs, we work to increase women's participation in research and innovation by improving their career prospects, increasing gender balance in decision-making bodies at research organisations, and including #gender dimensions in research content and teaching. Our Gender Equality Plans also include actions to improve work-life balance and prevent gender-based violence. Do you want to know more about our work? Explore our five key areas: https://lnkd.in/d_mcNFQE

Happy to see that actual commitment toward GE and big efforts in the implementation of GEP at Gdansks University was recognized at EU level! Good way, indeed, for celebrating the International Women's Day in MINDtheGEPs ?? ??

On this International Women’s Day, GenderSAFE joins the call to #AccelerateAction, moving beyond words for equal rights and opportunities for ALL. In the context of higher education and research, we call on all stakeholders to commit to making research and innovation environments #safe and #inclusive by adopting a #ZeroToleranceApproach! ?? Read our policy brief to learn how institutions can move beyond symbolic commitments and take real #action: https://lnkd.in/eCXg65CA ?? ?? Pledge your support on our website to support a #ZeroTolerance approach: https://lnkd.in/ejRx_cQY? #IWD2025 #ForAllWomenAndGirls GENDERACTIONplus, MINDtheGEPs, SUPPORTER PROJECT, AGRIGEP

Today on #InternationalWomensDay, we celebrate the University of Gdańsk for receiving the EU Award for Gender Equality Champions! ?? In the MINDtheGEPs project, we are working towards #GenderEquality by reducing gender imbalances in European research institutions, generating data to support the development of national and European policy for gender equality in research performing organisations. By fixing the system, not the women. Read more about the award: https://lnkd.in/dRCN6jMi EU Science, Research and Innovation European Research Executive Agency (REA)

Great news! This week, the European Commission honoured the University of Gdańsk with the EU Award for Gender Equality Champions. The university was recognised for implementing its first #GenderEquality plan, as part of the work within the MINDtheGEPs project, paving the way for gender equality within research performing organisations in Poland. Through their efforts in MINDtheGEPs, the Uniwersytet Gdański provides strong examples of how to address gender issues and promote equality within academia. This includes a recent campaign on work-life balance, which aims to set a new standard for combining family life with an academic career. They have also demonstrated how to use the tools in the gender equality plan to create real change, creating commitment by engaging a diverse group of people in their community. Together, we work towards #GenderEquality in research performing organisations. By fixing the system, not the women. Congratulations on this big achievement! Read the news: https://lnkd.in/dPnUeEDG

?? New webinar: “Towards a Zero-Tolerance Approach” ?? Tuesday 11 March 2025 ? 11:00-12:30 CET Join Aoife Grimes (ESHTE project) in conversation with Sara Hassan as they share key insights on implementing survivor-centred, trauma-informed policies in higher education and building a culture of #ZeroTolerance. ?? Info & registration: https://lnkd.in/eEw7R3DF