As is well known, underrepresentation still exists for women in leadership positions in academia, including at Goethe University. The reasons for this are diverse and complex. Research on networks shows three confirmed findings:
This results in a need for action for a network specifically for the aforementioned target groups of female scientists*, which can also close a funding gap at Goethe University.
Note: The * is attached to express that all persons are addressed who self-identify as women or are in the process of transitioning to the female gender.
The target groups have to master three critical transition phases in particular, at which there are special risks of exclusion for women:
To avoid these, special orientation, reflection, support and qualification offers are very useful, where the network can provide support.
Network Concept (English) - Netzwerkkonzept (Deutsch)
The network offers a compact, demand-oriented and specific range of strategic networking, tailored workshops and collegial advice:
The Network was initiated and will be managed by the Equal Opportunities Office of Goethe University on a project basis until 02/2025.
In the future, a largely self-supporting network structure with links to the Equal Opportunities Office is intended.
In UniReport Nr. 4/ 2022:
Neues Netzwerk für
Wissenschaftlerinnen* an
der Goethe-Universität
(New network for
female scientists* at the Goethe University [german])
Einblicke: Beteiligte, Kompetenzen, Themen
The network currently
comprises 69 particioants, about a quarter of whom have an international background.
Among them are 26 newly appointed female* professors and 43 R3 scientists from
a total all departments. There is a particularly large participation
from the departments 09, 10, 12 and 16.
Registration is possible at any time and informally for the above-mentioned target groups. Please send an e-mail to gowomen@uni-frankfurt.de in which you express your interest in joining and participating.
You will then receive the data protection consent as well as further information on the network offer and planned events.
Phone: +49 69 798-18 132
E-Mail: k.springsgut@em.uni-frankfurt.de
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