The Athena SWAN Charter: Promoting Commitment to Gender Equality in Higher Education Institutions in the UK

2017/01/01 by Sarah Barnard · 1 citation
Social Sciences · #Gender Diversity and Inequality #Gender Politics and Representation

paper · doi:10.1057/978-1-137-56659-1_8

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Abstract

The chapter provides an overview of the Athena Scientific Women’s Academic Network (SWAN) Charter, how it has been adopted across a selection of different institutions in the UK, the impact it has had so far, with a reflection on what it means in practice for an institution aiming to address gender equality. It draws on an analysis of Gold Award Departments and a case study university to explore what is required to engage with the Charter and what is considered good practice. The chapter offers an insight into a very influential scheme to address gender equality in higher education institutions in the UK that has relevance to policy makers with an interest in promoting commitment to gender equality.

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