Sex and gender bias in research and innovation (R&I) can lead to gaps in knowledge and technology that disadvantage large segments of society. The European Union’s recent policies, including the Gender Equality Strategy 2020–2025 and Horizon Europe framework, explicitly mandate the integration of sex, gender, and intersectional analysis into research content (Council of the European Union, 2025). This paper presents a tested pedagogical approach for teaching researchers to embed sex/gender and intersectional perspectives in R&I. The evolving workshop curriculum, refined through participant feedback, illustrates an effective, empowering methodology for capacity-building in gender+ analysis. The findings offer insights for science education and policy initiatives seeking to standardise sex, gender, and intersectional analysis in research through targeted training and mentorship.

Source: The Guardian January 27, 2026 10:22 UTC