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Analysis of Anti-Gender Political Trends and Their Impact on Civil Society

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Imagine a map that shows where and how certain political movements are trying to restrict people's rights and freedoms. This work looks at how these trends spread across different countries and how they affect people's daily lives. It's like a weather report for social tensions, helping people find ways to protect their communities and stay safe.

By the numbers
104
interviews with affected people
36
focus groups
206
parliamentary transcripts analyzed
1000
newspaper articles analyzed
8
national case studies
The business problem

What needed solving

Companies operating in Europe face unpredictable social and political risks that can threaten employee safety and corporate reputation. There is a lack of data on how 'anti-gender' movements manifest across different national contexts.

The solution

What was built

A mapping of transnational anti-gender mobilisations based on parliamentary records, media coverage, and lived experiences of affected individuals.

Audience

Who needs this

ESG Risk AnalystsInternational HR DirectorsHuman Rights NGOsPolitical Risk Consultants
Business applications

Who can put this to work

Corporate Compliance & Risk Management
mid-size
Target: International HR Consultancy

If you are a consultancy dealing with employee safety in volatile regions — this project developed a map of anti-gender mobilisations that helps identify risks to gender and sexual diversity. This allows for better protection of staff in 8 national case study areas.

Media & Communications
enterprise
Target: News Analysis Agency

If you are a media agency dealing with tracking political polarization — this project analyzed 1000 newspaper articles to show how hostile discourses are produced. This provides a data-backed method to monitor the spread of anti-gender politics.

Legal Services
SME
Target: Human Rights Law Firm

If you are a law firm dealing with asylum or persecution cases — this project analyzed 206 parliamentary transcripts and the lives of people in exile. This provides evidence on how anti-gender politics limit bodily integrity and self-determination.

Frequently asked

Quick answers

What is the cost or price for accessing these findings?

Based on available project data, no pricing or cost information is provided as this is a Horizon-RIA research project.

Can this be scaled to an industrial level?

The project is focused on social research and mapping rather than industrial production. It can be scaled as a knowledge base for policy and risk analysis.

Is there any IP or licensing available for the methodology?

Based on available project data, there is no mention of patents or specific licenses, as the focus is on collaborative knowledge production.

How does this affect regulatory compliance?

The research highlights how anti-gender politics challenge fundamental rights and academic freedoms, which may impact how companies handle diversity and inclusion regulations.

What is the timeline for the results?

The project period runs from 2022-10-01 to 2026-09-30.

Consortium

Who built it

The consortium is heavily academic, consisting of 10 partners from 7 countries, with 9 universities and 1 research organization. There is 0% industry participation, indicating the project is driven by theoretical and social research rather than commercial application.

How to reach the team

Contact University College Dublin

Next steps

Talk to the team behind this work.

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