PROJECTS

This project focused on strengthening the prevention of gender-based violence, sexual harassment and gender bias in universities and public research institutions.

The main output is a set of training packages combining short educational videos, questionnaires and methodological guidance. The materials are designed to help institutions build awareness, strengthen prevention and support safer and more inclusive working environments.

The training covers topics such as sexual harassment, psychological and economic forms of gender-based violence, gender bias in recruitment and career development, gender-inclusive communication, work–life balance and the gender dimension in research.

GIC NORA:

• developed the concept and content of educational materials addressing gender-based violence and gender inequalities in academic and research environments,
• created training packages for employees, managers and members of selection and evaluation committees,
• prepared pre- and post-training questionnaires to support evaluation of participants' knowledge and attitudes,
• developed methodological guidance to help institutions implement the training,
• participated in the pilot testing and evaluation of the materials in academic and research institutions.

The tool enables institutions to combine awareness-raising with practical training and evaluation. It can be used as part of staff development, onboarding, Gender Equality Plans or broader institutional measures aimed at preventing harassment and discrimination.

Key outputs

Training package – Series 1
A set of educational videos for employees introducing different forms of gender-based violence, sexual harassment, gender bias and gender-sensitive communication.

Training package – Series 2
Educational materials aimed particularly at managers and members of selection and evaluation committees, focusing on gender bias in recruitment, career development and institutional decision-making.

Methodological guide for implementing the training packages (available in Czech) 
Practical guidance for institutions on how to introduce the training, work with the videos and questionnaires, and evaluate its impact.

Final evaluation report (available in Czech) 

An evaluation of the pilot implementation examining participants' knowledge and attitudes and the effectiveness of the training materials.

Girls' Labs is a motivational STEM programme designed to challenge gender stereotypes in career choices and support girls' interest in science and technology fields.

The programme combines hands-on STEM workshops with teacher training focused on gender-sensitive teaching practices. An innovative element of the programme involved the use of thermal cameras in physics workshops, allowing students to explore scientific concepts through practical experimentation.

GIC NORA conducted the impact evaluation analysing how participation influenced students' perceptions of STEM subjects and gender stereotypes related to career choices. The organisation also developed a methodology for gender-sensitive communication and delivered training for teachers and mentors on gender-sensitive education.

Key outputs

Gender-sensitive education and motivation of girls in STEM fields – Teacher's handbook (available in Czech) 
A practical guide for teachers supporting gender-sensitive teaching practices and encouraging girls to pursue STEM education.

Methodology for gender-sensitive communication (available in Czech) 
A methodological document presenting practical recommendations for inclusive and gender-sensitive communication in educational and institutional contexts.

Final evaluation report – Girls' Labs programme (available in Czech) 
A research report analysing the impact of the programme on students, teachers and public awareness of gender stereotypes in STEM.

The international project Streets Aligned focused on supporting educators in creating inclusive educational environments for LGBTIQ+ students. The project brought together organisations from the Czech Republic, Italy and Cyprus to develop educational materials and share good practices for inclusive education.

Key outputs

• Threads of History: Beyond the Common Ideas of the Feminist and LGBTQI+ Movement – an educational booklet introducing the historical development of feminist and LGBTQI+ movements.

• Advancing Safety, Equality, and Inclusion for All LGBTIQ+ People in Public Education – a guide presenting examples of good practices for teachers, school leaders and policymakers working on inclusive education.

• Legal Frameworks on SOGIESC Rights in Participating EU Countries – a brochure analysing the legal frameworks related to sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and sex characteristics (SOGIESC) in the partner countries.