Gender Equality at Cyfluence Research Center gGmbH

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Cyfluence Research Center gGmbH is committed to promoting gender equality, diversity, and inclusion as core organisational values and prerequisites for research excellence. This commitment is formalised in a Gender Equality Plan (GEP) developed in line with Article 19 of the Horizon Europe Regulation.

Governance and Resources
The organisation has appointed a Gender Equality and Inclusion Officer (Leiv Schink), who reports to the Director and the Research Director. 10% of the officers’ working time is dedicated to gender equality and inclusion activities.

Key Measures:

Cyfluence Research Center gGmbH implements proportionate and effective measures, including:
 

• Collection and annual review of gender-disaggregated data on staff, recruitment, and leadership
   

• Annual training on gender equality, gender bias in recruitment, and the prevention of sexual harassment.
   

• Measures supporting work–life balance, such as flexible working hours, remote/hybrid work, the right to disconnect, and family-friendly meeting schedules
   

• Targets and transparent procedures to improve gender balance in leadership and decision-making.
   

• A zero-tolerance approach to gender-based violence and sexual harassment, including clear reporting and confidential handling.
   

• Gender-neutral recruitment practices and equal opportunities for career progression.

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Commitment
This public statement reflects Cyfluence Research Center gGmbH’s ongoing commitment to gender equality. The full Gender Equality Plan is maintained as a living document and is reviewed regularly.

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