May 2025
Enhancing Equity Through Evidence: WG6 Meeting on Data Availability in Higher Education
On 8–9 April 2025, the University of Minho in Braga, Portugal, hosted the annual meeting of the COST Action Gender VOICES. This key event brought together working groups from across Europe to collaborate on current research activities and engage in strategic discussions to advance the project’s overarching objectives. Among these was Working Group 6 (WG6), which convened under the leadership of Dr. Rakibe Kulcur to address progress on the ongoing study “Mapping Data Availability in [...]
April 2025
Braga Hosts Final VOICES Annual Meeting: Looking Back, Thinking Ahead
On April 8–9, 2025, the University of Minho in Braga (Portugal) hosted the final VOICES Annual Meeting, closing a vibrant chapter of collective reflection, advocacy, and collaboration. Organised under the leadership of Edna Costa, the event gathered VOICES members and local stakeholders to assess progress and chart new directions for advancing gender equality in academia. The two-day program featured internal discussions, strategy workshops, and a public plenary roundtable titled “VOICES for Change: Integrating Political, Institutional [...]
Making Young Researchers’ Voices Heard for Gender Equality in Braga: The last VOICES Annual Meeting
On April 8-9, 2025, the University of Minho in Braga, Portugal, will host a historic event for gender equality in academia: the last Annual Meeting of the "Making Young Researchers’ Voices Heard for Gender Equality" (VOICES) initiative. Supported by the European Cooperation in Science and Technology (COST), this concluding gathering will bring together researchers, academics, and gender equality advocates one last time to reflect on past achievements and shape the future of inclusive academic environments. A [...]
March 2025
WG6 Activities in the First Quarter of 2025
On 21 January 2025, at Izmir University of Economics, Türkiye, WG5 and WG6 organized the event “VOICES in Action: Shaping Gender Equality in Science and Research.” The first day featured several presentations, including: “Introducing VOICES – Making Young Researchers' Voices Heard for Gender Equality” by Assoc. Prof. Anne-Sophie Godfroy. “A GEP in Action – Practical Tips and Lessons Learned for the Implementation of Gender Equality Plans” by Dr. Jennifer Dahmen-Adkins. “Using Intersectionality as an Approach [...]
March 8: Elevating Women’s Voices in Academia
On International Women’s Day, we take a moment to recognize the achievements, challenges, and contributions of women in all areas of life. In the world of academia, young women researchers play a crucial role in shaping the future of knowledge, yet their voices often go unheard. Today, we celebrate their efforts, acknowledge the barriers they face, and reaffirm our commitment to fostering inclusivity and equity in academic spaces. The Gender Gap in Academia: Challenges and [...]
February 2025
Voices Symposium for Early Career Researchers – Vilnius, 3-4 March
VOICES is organizing a special Capacity Building Symposium for Early Career Researchers on March 3-4, 2025, at Vilnius University, Lithuania. This two-day symposium aims to introduce the results of VOICES activities to young researchers from the Baltic States and discuss the Recommendations prepared for the European Commission and the European Parliament. The event will feature prominent women scientists from France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and the Baltic States working in various scientific fields. Event Details [...]
Reflections on the Core Group Meeting in Brussels
On February 10-11, 2025, the Core Group of COST Action VOICES gathered to advance its work towards promoting gender equality in research and innovation in Europe. Over two intensive days, participants collaborated on drafting the White Book, organizing key upcoming events, and meeting with strategic stakeholders. Day 1: Building the White Book and Event Planning The meeting began with a welcome session and an introduction to the agenda by Anne-Sophie. Participants then engaged in discussions [...]
January 2025
EAIR Forum 2025: Call for Contributions Now Open
Submissions are now being accepted for the 47th Annual EAIR Forum, hosted by Utrecht University in the Netherlands. Under the theme "Openness: a Mission Challenged," this prestigious event will bring together leading voices in higher education research and institutional development. Researchers, practitioners, and higher education professionals are invited to contribute their insights and research findings to this important dialogue. VOICES COST Action members are invited to join this Forum, as part of our commitment to nurturing [...]