On the occasion of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, EDIRE partners want to emphasize the importance of the contributions of women and girls in all scientific research fields. Recognitions for the achievements that women in science accomplish are still not sufficiently visible, recognized, or awarded.
Higher education institutions and research centers and institutes should fully adopt EDI (Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion) principles. Equality, diversity, and inclusion will help transform institutions to provide equal opportunities for every individual. Although statistics show a slight increase in the participation of women in science, there is still a noticeable difference in visibility compared to men in the same field.
For application to many EU projects, particularly Horizon Europe, a prerequisite is that each institution possesses a Gender Equality Plan. This requirement serves as a strong indicator for the European Union that the participation of women in science and their contribution are the main focus of the Union’s development.
“By sharing knowledge and experiences, networking, and strengthening capacities, we can collectively contribute to this. Therefore, let EDI principles guide all higher education institutions, which will lead to a greater number of female Nobel laureates,” stated EDIRE project coordinator, Prof. Jasminka Hasić Telalović.