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Overview of Athena Swan department applications
Along with its Institutional Awards, Athena Swan Ireland awards faculties, schools and units through their department applications.
By 2024, DCU aims to have 51% of our faculties, schools and units engaging with the Athena Swan journey.
Engagement with the Athena Swan Charter, principles and self-assessment is key in confronting the challenges we face around gender equality in higher education.
This process gives us a framework for thinking about equality, diversity and inclusion — which should bring positive changes for all.
Join the Athena Swan journey
Join the Athena Swan journey, and give your faculty, school or unit:
- A better understanding of its staff and students
- A more fully developed culture
- A deeper engagement with the wider community
To get started, please email the EDI Unit (edi@dcu.ie). They’ll contact you with further information.