SAGE (Systemic Action for Gender Equality) toolkit
You are encouraged to explore these tools for detailed information on the process of designing an effective Gender Equality Plan (GEP) in your higher education institution. These resources include: The SAGE Charter of Principles for Gender Equality
Share and paid parental leave – The Nordic Gender Effect at Work
Investments in gender equality in the labour market have made the Nordic region one of the most prosperous areas of the world. The share of women who work in the Nordic countries is larger than the global average, which is partly the effect of commitments to equal workplaces, subsidised childcare and generous parental leave. With […]
Promoting gender equality through regulation: the case of parental leave (article)
(Abstract:) Parental leave regulation is not gender-neutral. Policies that encourage fathers’ leave-taking relate to the enhancement of child well-being, caring fatherhood, and gender equality among the couple and in the workplace. There are various designs of parental leave policies, depending on a combination of factors, such as length, income replacement rate and the compulsory nature […]
Parental Leave Policies in 21 Countries – Assessing Generosity and Gender Equality
This report reviews the national policies of 21 high-income economies, as of June 2008. The authors focus on two key aspects of parental leave policies: the level of support provided to parents; and the degree to which leave policies promote an egalitarian distribution between mothers and fathers of the time devoted to child care.
OECD Gender Equality / What dads can do for gender equality
Article adapted from www.OECDinsights.org blog post, 8 March 2016
Gender Equality Index 2019: Work-life balance
The topic of work—life balance affects both women and men and is a top priority for the EU. This is why we chose it as this year’s thematic focus of the Index. It is a new feature that we are introducing, and each year the Index will take an in-depth look at an emerging policy issue that […]
Gender equality in Horizon Europe
With Horizon, the Commission reaffirms its commitment to gender equality in research and innovation.The legal base sets gender equality as a crosscutting priority and introduces strengthened provisions. There are 3 main levels at which gender equality is considered in Horizon Europe:
Accelerating the Race to Net Zero Through Gender Equity – Strategies for More EquitableCorporate Climate Action
Climate change disproportionately impacts women in terms of homes, health and the workplace. At the same time, inequity magnifies climate risk. But how do these inequities magnify the risks to businesses from climate change? Until business recognizes gender equity as critical to climate action, progress towards net zero will be impeded and opportunities left unrealized.
Chalmer’s Equality Plan
Chalmers has taken a decision that all work at the univeristy should integrate equality. The goal is that the university should be more equal, both quantative and qualitative. Part of this work is looking into structures at the university.
Gender equality in research and innovation
The European Commission is committed to promoting gender equality in research and innovation. It is part of the European Commission Gender Equality Strategy for 2020-2025, which sets out the Commission’s broader commitment to equality across all EU policies. In addition, the EU has a well-established regulatory framework on gender equality, including binding directives, which apply […]