What are the barriers to gender equality in academia? How to identify them and work effectively with them? If these topics interest you, join the online course "Female Empowerment in Academia", which offers valuable insights and practical tools to address these challenges.
Duration of the pilot run: 20 February - 15 May 2025
Upon completion of the course, you will receive an EDUC certificate. The course is asynchronous and time flexible - you can take it at your own pace. The total recommended study time is 25 hours. Additionally, participants from Masaryk University will have the opportunity to meet in person at a wrap-up seminar on May 16, 2025 at CERPEK.
Who can apply?
The course is open to all members of the universities involved in the EDUC Alliance, especially academics, PhD students and researchers. The course content is in English.
What is the course about?
This asynchronous online course is aimed at academics, PhD students, researchers and administrative staff who want to better understand structural inequalities and promote inclusion in their institution.
Topics:
In 2024, the Faculty of Education of Masaryk University was in the middle of the second implementation period of the Revised HR Award Action Plan. This year, the focus was on improving internal communication, education, the working environment and the adaptation of new employees.
Women's representation in science is increasing every year, yet they still face challenges. We present six women scientists from the Faculty of Education at Masaryk University whose work and determination inspire the next generation and show that science is for everyone. Each of these exceptional personalities contributes their work to the development of their field and to overcoming boundaries not only in the academic sphere.
