GendER@UC (Gender Equal Research @UC)

Project facts

Project promoter:
University of Coimbra(PT)
Project Number:
PT-WORKLIFE-0018
Status:
In implementation
Initial project cost:
€242,862
Donor Project Partners:
University of Iceland(IS)

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Description

The GendER@UC EEA Grants project aims to reinforce the integration of the gender perspective in Universidade de Coimbra research processes and content by implementing a set of measures promoting Gender Equality (GE), through the training of researchers, the on changing the procedures of the R&D Units, includes the actions of removing barriers to participation and promoting GE; and the change in the production and communication of knowledge includes actions of gender analysis with a view to the elimination of stereotypes and gender biases.

What will it achieve?

  • combat vertical / horizontal segregation in the research career of women through mentoring and support for the research career;
  • mitigating organizational barriers to access and career advancement for women in R&D Units through diagnostic actions, support / training of key stakeholders and adaptation of institutional procedures;
  • develop inclusive research practices, promoting excellence in scientific research, through training actions, review of templates and monitoring practices of researchers;
  • promoting inclusive communication in the research process.

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