Online Course: Gender Mainstreaming in Research & Innovation Policies

The Foundation for Management and Industrial Research (MIR) is proud to announce the launch of a free, self-paced online course on Gender Mainstreaming in Research & Innovation (R&I) Policies. This course is part of the Horizon Europe-funded project POLICY ANSWERS, R&I POLICY making, implementation ANd Support in the WEsteRn BalkanS.

Designed for researchers, policymakers, professionals, and students from the Western Balkans and beyond, the course empowers participants to integrate gender perspectives into their organisations, projects, and national R&I systems.

Whether you’re designing policy, leading research, managing EU-funded projects, or just beginning your career in R&I, this course offers essential tools and strategies for embedding gender equality in your work.

What You’ll Learn: Course Overview

The course features five interactive modules, each supported by downloadable materials, real-world examples, and practical strategies.

Module 0 – Introduction to Gender Mainstreaming

• Understand key concepts and terminology
• Build a personal reference kit
• Self-assess your current understanding

Module 1 – Gender Mainstreaming in R&I Organisations

• Learn how to develop gender-sensitive policies
• Use data to identify gaps and shape targeted action

Module 2 – Implementing Gender-Sensitive R&I Policies

• Design and roll out a Gender Equality Plan (GEP)
• Align GEP goals with your organisation’s strategy and research projects

Module 3 – Monitoring & Evaluation

• Build tools for monitoring GEPs and gender-sensitive projects
• Understand how to set meaningful indicators and targets

Module 4 – Looking Ahead: Supporting Future Researchers

• Improve outreach and recruitment practices
• Strengthen internal communications and visibility of R&I in your country

Why This Course Matters

Gender equality is one of the pillars of the European Research Area. Promoting it isn’t just a matter of fairness, it’s key to research excellence, innovation impact, and inclusive growth. This course helps regional actors and institutions meet EU standards while building stronger, more diverse R&I ecosystems.

Who Should Enroll?

This course is ideal for:

• Researchers, academics, and R&I project managers
• Policy professionals and civil servants
• University and research institution staff
• Gender equality officers and HR managers
• Civil society and NGO professionals
• Students and early-career researchers

Access the full course and materials today: https://mir.org.mk/en/resources/

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