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POLICY ASSESSMENT CYPRUS

Policy Entry 1

Country: 

Cyprus

Policy Title: 

National Gender Equality Strategy 2024–2026

Policy Type: 

National

Year of Adoption: 

2024

Responsible Authority: 

Commissioner for Gender Equality, Republic of Cyprus

Policy Scope: 

Government-wide gender mainstreaming

Key Objectives:

Integrate gender perspectives across all policy areas

Promote women’s participation in decision-making processes

Address gender disparities in various sectors, including STEM

Relation to Green/Deep/STEM: 

The strategy includes actions aimed at integrating gender considerations into environmental policies, with a focus on increasing women’s involvement in the energy sector.

Gender Equality Focus: 

Yes

Inclusion of Gender Targets: 

Yes

Stakeholder Engagement: 

Yes

Data Collection Mechanisms: 

Monitoring through national statistics and progress reports

Monitoring Indicators: 

Participation rates of women in STEM fields, representation in decision-making roles

Funding Available: 

Yes

Impact Description: 

The strategy aims to create a more inclusive environment in STEM fields by promoting policies that support women’s participation and leadership.

Link to Source Document: 

https://collections.fes.de/publikationen/ident/fes/21758

Policy Entry 2

Country: 

Cyprus

Policy Title: 

Gender Equality Plan 2022–2024 – Cyprus University of Technology

Policy Type: 

Institutional

Year of Adoption: 

2022

Responsible Authority: 

Cyprus University of Technology

Policy Scope: 

Higher education and research

Key Objectives:

Promote gender equality within the university’s academic and administrative structures

Address gender disparities in research and academic leadership

Implement gender-sensitive policies and practices

Relation to Green/Deep/STEM: 

Aims to increase women’s participation in STEM research and academic positions.

Gender Equality Focus: 

Yes

Inclusion of Gender Targets: 

Yes

Stakeholder Engagement: 

Yes

Data Collection Mechanisms: 

Regular monitoring through institutional data

Monitoring Indicators: 

Gender distribution in academic positions, research funding allocation

Funding Available: 

Yes

Impact Description: 

The GEP has initiated programs to support women’s advancement in STEM fields within the university.

Link to Source Document: 

https://www.cut.ac.cy/digitalAssets/497/497140_100gender_equality_plan.pdf

Policy Entry 3

Country: 

Cyprus

Policy Title: 

Gender Equality Plan 2023–2026 – National eHealth Authority

Policy Type: 

Institutional

Year of Adoption: 

2023

Responsible Authority: 

National eHealth Authority (NEHA)

Policy Scope: 

Healthcare and digital services

Key Objectives:

Promote gender equality within the organization’s operations

Ensure equal opportunities in digital health services

Address gender disparities in healthcare access and delivery

Relation to Green/Deep/STEM: 

Focuses on integrating gender considerations into digital health technologies, a key area within STEM.

Gender Equality Focus: 

Yes

Inclusion of Gender Targets: 

Yes

Stakeholder Engagement: 

Yes

Data Collection Mechanisms: 

Monitoring through internal audits and reports

Monitoring Indicators: 

Gender representation in digital health initiatives, access to eHealth services

Funding Available: 

Yes

Impact Description: 

The GEP aims to create a more inclusive digital health environment by addressing gender-specific needs and promoting equal participation.

Link to Source Document: 

https://www.oecd.org/en/topics/policy-issues/gender-equality.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Policy Entry 4

Country: 

Cyprus

Policy Title: 

Gender Equality Plan 2022–2025 – Cyprus Cancer Research Institute

Policy Type: 

Institutional

Year of Adoption: 

2022

Responsible Authority: 

Cyprus Cancer Research Institute (CCRI)

Policy Scope: 

Medical research and healthcare

Key Objectives:

Promote gender equality within the institute’s research and administrative functions

Address gender disparities in cancer research and treatment

Implement gender-sensitive policies and practices

Relation to Green/Deep/STEM: 

Aims to integrate gender perspectives into medical research, a critical area within STEM.

Gender Equality Focus: 

Yes

Inclusion of Gender Targets: 

Yes

Stakeholder Engagement: 

Yes

Data Collection Mechanisms: 

Regular monitoring through institutional data

Monitoring Indicators: 

Gender distribution in research teams, inclusion of gender variables in studies

Funding Available: 

Yes

Impact Description: 

The GEP has led to increased awareness and initiatives promoting gender equality in cancer research and treatment.

Link to Source Document: 

https://www.eratosthenes.org.cy/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Gender-Equality-Plan.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Policy Entry 5

Country: 

Cyprus

Policy Title: 

Women in STEM Cyprus Forum

Policy Type: 

National Initiative

Year of Adoption: 

2023

Responsible Authority: 

Commissioner for Gender Equality, Republic of Cyprus

Policy Scope: 

Promotion of women’s participation in STEM fields

Key Objectives:

Empower women and girls to pursue careers in STEM

Address gender disparities in STEM education and employment

Promote gender-sensitive policies and practices in STEM sectors

Relation to Green/Deep/STEM: 

Directly targets the promotion of gender equality in STEM fields, including green and deep tech sectors.

Gender Equality Focus: 

Yes

Inclusion of Gender Targets: 

Yes

Stakeholder Engagement: 

Yes

Data Collection Mechanisms: 

Monitoring through participation rates and feedback from events

Monitoring Indicators: 

Number of women participating in STEM programs, feedback on initiatives

Funding Available: 

Yes

Impact Description:

 The forum has led to increased awareness and initiatives promoting women’s participation in STEM fields in Cyprus.

Link to Source Document:

Women in STEM Cyprus Forum

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