07.09.2023
On September 1, 2023, a general meeting of the staff of the Faculty of Computer Engineering and Control of the Kharkiv University of Radio Electronics was held online, at which it was decided the gender equality plan of the faculty for 2023-24 was adopted . The plan clarifies the work procedure during the implementation of the Law of Ukraine “On Ensuring Equal Rights and Opportunities of Women and Men” dated September 8, 2005, the Law of Ukraine “On Principles of Prevention and Counteraction of Discrimination in Ukraine” dated September 6. 2012, Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated August 12. 2022 No. 752 ;On the approval of the State Strategy for ensuring equal rights and opportunities for women and men for the period up to 2030 and the approval of the operational plan for its implementation for 2022-2024; and Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated 20.12. 2022 No. 1163-r “On the approval of the Strategy for the implementation of gender equality in the field of education until 2030 and the approval of the operational plan of activities for 2022-2024 in the daily work of the faculty with the aim of further developing the culture of gender equality in all areas of the faculty’s activities.
By analyzing the current situation at the faculty, several areas of work were identified that will help the faculty achieve goals related to the real implementation of gender equality and improve the working culture of the faculty.
- 1. Inclusion of equal opportunities in all directions of the faculty’s work.2. Promotion of a culture of gender equality among faculty employees.3. Guarantee of equal opportunities in access to training and development of professional skills.
4. Expanding the rights and opportunities of women scientists for more active participation in management and leadership positions.
5. Raising awareness of gender issues such as gender bias and social issues related to attitudes towards gender roles and stereotypes.
6. Work on working time management, which contributes to the harmonization of personal, family and work life for everyone, especially for parents.
7. Countering workplace sexual harassment and sexism by informing and providing support and advice to victims of sexual harassment.
In order to fulfill the above, it is planned that during 2023 and 2024, the following events will be held with all employees of the faculty, including the rectorate, all research and administrative personnel, such as:
І. Online seminars:
- An online seminar (within the framework of creating a gender-sensitive educational space) on topics related to promotion and attracting attention to women scientists.
- Online seminar on gender awareness and equality.
- Online seminar on assertive behavior, the inadmissibility of sexual and other forms of harassment, as well as the rights and opportunities of victims of harassment.
ІІ. Access to information (information packages are available on the faculty website):
- Information on the rights of victims of sexual harassment.
- Information on rights to leave in connection with pregnancy and childbirth.
ІІІ. Preparation of documents by the commission:
- Faculty Policy and Protocol on Sexual Harassment.
Tasks of the Committee.
1. Continuous monitoring and analysis of the internal situation regarding gender equality (policies and practices).
2. Continuous monitoring of all aspects related to job placement, employment and promotion in order to promote gender equality practices and prevent discrimination.
3. Constant monitoring of the inclusion of potential female scientists smiths to team projects.
The committee will meet once a year to fulfill its obligations: monitoring and evaluating the implementation of the plan and preparing the report of the administration of the faculty.