Saviesa is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse working environment where gender equality is at the core of our operations. This Gender Equality Plan (GEP) is designed to promote equal opportunities and eliminate gender-based discrimination in line with the European Union’s Horizon Europe requirements. The plan integrates structural changes to support gender equality, inclusion, and fair representation within Saviesa’s activities and decision-making processes.
Ensure gender balance in leadership and decision-making roles.
Promote work-life balance and an inclusive organizational culture.
Implement fair recruitment, career progression, and professional development opportunities.
Integrate gender perspectives into Saviesa’s research and innovation activities.
Develop mechanisms to prevent gender-based violence, including harassment.
Establish a monitoring framework to track progress and impact.
This GEP is a formal document, approved by Saviesa’s top management and publicly available on the company’s website. It reflects the company’s commitment to
gender equality and details clear actions and objectives.
Saviesa allocates dedicated resources to implement this plan, including a Gender Equality Officer responsible for overseeing the execution of gender-related initiatives.
Additionally, budget allocations will support gender training, mentorship programs, and policy reviews.
Saviesa will collect and report sex-disaggregated data on employee composition, leadership representation, pay structures, and promotion rates. Regular gender audits will be conducted to assess progress and inform necessary policy adjustments.
Gender equality training programs will be mandatory for all staff, with specific sessions for hiring managers and leadership. Topics include unconscious bias, inclusive leadership, and gender-sensitive recruitment practices.
Implement flexible work arrangements, including remote work and parental leave policies.
Promote an inclusive culture through gender-neutral language and policies.
Establish support networks and mentorship programs for underrepresented genders.
Set gender balance targets for leadership positions.
Implement transparent and fair promotion criteria.
Establish mentorship and sponsorship programs for women and non-binary individuals.
Ensure gender-neutral job advertisements and recruitment panels.
Introduce policies for pay transparency and equal pay audits.
Provide career development programs targeting women and other underrepresented groups.
Include gender perspectives in research methodologies and product development.
Promote gender-balanced research teams.
Conduct gender impact assessments for projects.
Implement a zero-tolerance policy for gender-based violence and harassment.
Provide clear reporting mechanisms and protection for whistleblowers.
Organize awareness campaigns and training on workplace harassment prevention.
The implementation of this GEP will be overseen by the Gender Equality Officer and a dedicated Gender Equality Committee. Progress will be reviewed annually, with findings published in a gender equality report.
Saviesa is committed to continuous improvement in gender equality. This GEP serves as a strategic framework to ensure a fair, inclusive, and diverse work environment that aligns with EU policies and best practices in gender equity.
Approved by:
Leonor Diaz Alcantara
Executive Chair