Gender Equality Plan (GEP)
Brandware Media SRL
Effective Date: 03 February 2025
Next Review Date: February 2026
1. Dedicated Resources
Commitment:
We commit to promoting gender equality across our organization.
Implementation:
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A staff member (female) will be assigned part-time responsibility as Gender Equality Focal Point (GEFP).
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An external consultant or networked gender expert may be consulted annually for advice and plan review.
2. Data Collection and Monitoring
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We will collect and review sex-disaggregated data annually on:
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Staff composition (recruitment, roles, promotions, exits).
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Salary levels (by gender, where applicable).
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Indicators:
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Gender balance ratios (overall, leadership).
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Uptake of work-life balance measures by gender.
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Data will be reviewed and included in a short annual internal report.
3. Training and Awareness
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All staff will be offered annual online or in-person gender equality and unconscious bias training.
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Management and hiring staff will complete additional modules on bias in recruitment and decision-making.
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Awareness-raising materials will be shared internally.
4. Key Areas and Concrete Measures
a. Work-life Balance and Organisational Culture
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Flexible working hours and remote work are available to all employees equally.
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Encouraging a culture of openness, respect, and work-life integration.
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Employees returning from parental leave will receive reintegration support.
b. Gender Balance in Leadership and Decision-Making
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We will monitor and aim for a minimum of 40% representation of each gender in management or decision-making roles.
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Rotation of team leads when applicable, to broaden participation.
c. Recruitment and Career Progression
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Use of gender-neutral language in job ads.
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Structured interviews with consistent criteria to reduce bias.
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Ensure equal access to development and training opportunities for all.
d. Gender Dimension in Research and Teaching Content (if applicable)
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When involved in research or education-related projects:
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Ensure research design considers gender-specific impacts or needs.
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Ensure teaching and content development reflects gender diversity and inclusivity.
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e. Measures Against Gender-Based Violence and Harassment
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Establish and communicate a zero-tolerance policy on sexual harassment.
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Define a clear and confidential reporting process.
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Provide annual training on respectful workplace behavior and harassment prevention.
5. Review and Update Process
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The Gender Equality Focal Point will coordinate an annual review of the GEP.
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Updates will reflect new legal requirements, staff feedback, and implementation outcomes.
6. Communication and Transparency
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The GEP will be made publicly available on our website and shared internally.
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New staff will receive it as part of onboarding.
