Topic 1 Examples of initiatives
1. Genderaction
Organisation which was created based on the funding programme “Horizon 2020” of the European Union.
Objectives:
- Promotion of progress by member countries for the implementation of gender equality
- Production of newsletters to promote gender equality
- Creation of new opportunities to promote gender equity in science, technology and innovation
- Provision of equivalent learning opportunities
- https://genderaction.eu/
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2. Gender Equality Commission (EIF) of Thessaloniki’s Aristotle University (AUTH)
Advisory body for the promotion of equality in all parts of academic life.
Objectives:
- Recommendations to the relevant bodies of measures that promote equality and the fight against sexism
- Development of action plans to ensure substantial equality in educational, research and administrative processes
- Guidance of seminars and lectures focusing on gender studies
- Provision of assistance to victims of discrimination
- https://www.auth.gr/committee/1073
Gender Equality Commission is an institution implemented by many educational / research institutions. The EIF of AUTH presents intense activity and social action.
