Council of the European Union - "Conclusions on advancing Gender Equality in the European Research Area"

The Council adopted on 1st December 2015 the "Conclusions on advancing Gender Equality in the European Research Area". It calls for cultural and institutional changes to address gender imbalances in research institutions and in decision making-bodies. Member States are invited to set up guiding targets for full professors and for decision-making bodies, including scientific and administrative boards, recruitment and promotion committees as well as evaluation panels. The Council also highlights the importance of a better integration of the gender dimension in research content.

Document type
  • Policy/Strategy
Language

English

Publication Year

2015

Author(s)/Editor(s)
Council of the Euriopean Union
Geographical focus
  • Europe
  • European Union (EU 27)
Scientifc field / Thematic focus
  • General
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Entry created by Anna Sirocco on June 14, 2016
Modified on June 14, 2016