The European Commission announced the winners of the fourth edition of the EU Award for Gender Equality Champions in Research and Innovation. The award recognizes organizations advancing gender equality through institutional initiatives. Bielefeld University (Germany) and Open University of Catalonia (Spain) were named Sustainable Gender Equality Champions for long-term progress. Jozef Stefan Institute (Slovenia) and Charles University (Czechia) received Newcomer awards for recent initiatives. University College Cork (Ireland) was recognized as an Inclusive Champion for intersectional programs. This year’s winners include two tied Sustainable Champions, marking the first tie in the award’s history. The recognition aligns with Horizon Europe’s emphasis on gender equality, requiring institutions to implement Gender Equality Plans for participation in research programs.
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