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INSPIRE · Project

Inclusive Gender Equality Standards and Implementation Tools for Research and Innovation Organizations

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Imagine trying to build a diverse team but having no guidebook on what actually works. This project creates a master manual and a digital toolkit to help organizations move beyond checkboxes to real equality. It's like a GPS for companies to find the best ways to include everyone in their technical and creative work.

By the numbers
49
case studies carried out across Europe
12
communities of practice established
95
institutions involved in communities of practice
4
Knowledge & Support Hubs
The business problem

What needed solving

Many companies struggle to implement Gender Equality Plans that actually work, often relying on superficial checklists. This leads to wasted resources and failure to attract diverse top-tier talent.

The solution

What was built

A service platform with a stakeholder database and GEP support tools, along with Open Training Units and a set of validated equality indicators.

Audience

Who needs this

Chief Diversity OfficersHR Directors at R&D firmsUniversity Administration HeadsEU Grant ManagersCorporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Leads
Business applications

Who can put this to work

Professional Services
SME
Target: HR and Diversity Consultancy

If you are a consultancy dealing with clients who struggle to implement Gender Equality Plans (GEPs) — this project developed new indicators and 49 case studies that provide a proven blueprint for success.

Technology
enterprise
Target: Private R&D Firm

If you are a tech company dealing with a lack of diversity in your innovation pipeline — this project developed knowledge hubs focused on fostering change in the private sector to improve your talent acquisition and retention.

Education
any
Target: Higher Education Institution

If you are a university dealing with outdated equality policies — this project developed Open Training Units and a service platform to help you align with European standards.

Frequently asked

Quick answers

What is the cost or price for using these tools?

Based on available project data, no specific pricing or cost for the tools is mentioned, as it is an EU-funded research project.

Can this be scaled to an industrial level?

Yes, the project specifically includes a Knowledge & Support Hub dedicated to fostering innovation and change in the private sector.

What are the IP and licensing terms?

Based on available project data, the project focuses on 'Open Training Units' and a 'service platform', suggesting an open-access approach, though specific licenses are not listed.

How does this help with EU regulations?

It provides tools to monitor and implement Gender Equality Plans (GEPs), which are increasingly required for organizations receiving EU funding.

How is the support structured for new users?

Support is provided through 4 Knowledge & Support Hubs and 12 communities of practice involving over 95 institutions.

Consortium

Who built it

The consortium is highly diverse, comprising 15 partners across 12 countries. While dominated by academic and research entities (11 total), there is a strategic 13% industry presence with 2 industrial partners and 4 SMEs, ensuring that the equality tools are grounded in private sector realities rather than just academic theory.

How to reach the team

Contact Fundacio per a la Universitat Oberta de Catalunya

Next steps

Talk to the team behind this work.

Contact us to find the specific GEP indicators relevant to your industry.