Gender integration training in research and higher education institutions
Start Date: November 3rd, 2025
End Date: November 4th, 2025
Venue: Maputo
Description
Background
This training supports Mozambican higher education institutions (HEIs) involved in the Rsif/MozSkills program, aiming to strengthen capacity for gender integration in research and teaching. It builds on icipe’s Terms of Reference and national priorities for promoting equality in higher education and research.
Objective
To equip faculty, researchers, gender focal points and institutional leaders with practical knowledge and tools to integrate gender considerations into research design, curriculum, and institutional practice.
Expected Outcomes
Participants will:
- Understand gender concepts and their application in research and teaching;
- Apply gender-sensitive methods in research and curriculum development;
- Develop institutional action points for gender mainstreaming.
Training Program (2 days)
| Day | Main Topics | Lead Facilitators |
| Day 1 | Gender concepts, equity and empowerment;
Institutional gender gaps and analysis Good practices from HEIs |
Gender Specialist (Sandra Manuel) |
| Day 2 | Integrating gender in research, curriculum, and pedagogy;
Institutional mechanisms, action planning, and monitoring; Practical application of the guidelines |
Gender Specialist (Sandra Manuel) |
Participant Profiles
Each institution nominates 3–4 participants, ensuring gender balance and including the following categories:
- Academic leaders (Deans, Department Heads)
- Gender focal points or heads of social services offices
- Lecturer or Researcher (both STEM and social sciences)
- Head of students’ association
See program here