The contributing authors shared their research under these thematic tracks:
A. Women as Knowledge Producers
- Historical and contemporary contributions.
- Gender inequality in scientific careers and leadership.
- Institutional policies and initiatives for gender equality in academia and research.
- Gender bias in research evaluation, publication, and funding.
- Support for women in STEM and other disciplines.
B. Women as Recipients of Scientific Discourse
- Barriers to women’s access to science education, training, and career opportunities.
- Gender gaps in science communication, outreach, and popularization.
- Inclusive approaches to scientific dissemination and knowledge sharing.
- Empowering girls and young women to pursue scientific careers free from gender bias.
- Gender from an intersectional perspective.
C. Women as Objects of Scientific Inquiry
- Gender representation in study designs and data collection.
- Gender bias in medical, technological, and social research.
- Integrating women’s perspectives, needs, and experiences into scientific agendas.
- Feminist and gender-informed research methodologies.
D. Social Narratives, Storytelling, and Gender-Free Career Choices
- Storytelling and narrative strategies to promote gender-inclusive scientific pathways.
- Representation of women in science in media, digital platforms, and the post-digital society.
- Educommunication campaigns, educational projects, and initiatives promoting gender-neutral career choices.
- The role of social narratives in challenging stereotypes and influencing students’ choices.
E. International, Institutional, and Policy Dimensions
- International and regional perspectives on gender equality policies in research and academia.
- Institutional frameworks, funding mechanisms, and gender action plans.
- Comparative analysis of equality policies and practices across countries and disciplines.
- Promoting international cooperation for inclusive and sustainable scientific ecosystems.
Who Makes WinS Possible
WinS emerges as an initiative of the PSGENEQ research project, funded by the Ministry of Education, Science and Sports of the Republic of Lithuania.
It is organized by Mykolas Romeris University and the Association of Spanish Scientists in the Baltic Countries, with the support of the European Women Rectors Association (EWORA), the Embassy of Spain in Lithuania and the Ramón Areces Foundation.
