Gender Equity in Astronomy

Dear colleagues,

This questionnaire aims to gather comprehensive information about the current efforts and initiatives related to gender equity within the field of astronomy. Your participation is crucial in helping us understand the challenges and opportunities that exist in promoting a more inclusive and equitable environment for all members of the astronomical community. We are particularly interested in learning about institutional efforts, representation, awareness activities, and the impact of gender equity plans.

This is a brief survey, taking less than 10 minutes, conducted by the IAU WiA Working Group to study the impact of the above factors on the career prospects, productivity and overall well being of Astronomers. The participants (Female and Male) have the option to join the survey with their contact details or anonymously. The results of this survey will be used by the IAU WiA WG to create awareness and inform the community about the advantages and hurdles faced by Astronomers worldwide. We will publish the results of this survey, for the benefit of the community so that the institutions and organizations get aware of the information collected and help identify areas for improvement, develop strategies and implement policies to promote gender equity in astronomy.

 Please take your time to answer each question thoughtfully. Your insights are invaluable and will remain confidential.

Thank you for your contribution to this survey.

Best regards,

IAU Women in Astronomy Working Group

email: iauwia2124@gmail.com

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Gender *
Country *
Age (yrs) *
Do you have a permanent position? *
Do you have a full time position/contract?
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Professional situation *
Does your National Astronomy Community (NAC) or institution have a dedicated office or committee focused on gender equity in astronomy? Is this information available on the NAC website? If yes, please provide the link.
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Are there specific targets or goals set in the gender equity plan for the inclusion and advancement of women and/or marginalized groups in astronomy? Are the results published (If yes, please provide the link.)
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How often does your NAC or institution review and update its gender equity policies? 
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What are the efforts/actions being carried out by your NAC or institution to achieve the goals set in the gender equity plan? 
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Are there any national-level initiatives focused on improving gender equity in research and higher education? If yes, please describe them or provide a link.  *
Are there specific programs or initiatives such as Women in Astronomy or Equity Diversity and Inclusion Working Group supported by your NAC or institution, if yes please provide a link, if possible?
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How many women and men are currently active members of these working groups? What percentage of the working group members are women and marginalized community members?
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Does your NAC or institution organize yearly events such as workshops, seminars, conferences, training programs, or other initiatives to raise gender balance awareness in astronomy on International Women's Day or any other day? If yes, do you participate in these events? If not, why?
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Are these events inclusive and action-oriented, aimed at increasing the recruitment of women and marginalized community members, or are they primarily seminars, discussions, and talks by psychologists with undefined action plans?
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Is there a dedicated body within your NAC or institution to report issues faced by women and marginalized community members (including astronomers, technical staff, and communication staff)? If so, are these issues being addressed, actions being taken, and resolved after being reported? *
What specific actions has your NAC or institution taken in the last 5 years to promote gender equity in astronomy? How does your institution measure the effectiveness of its gender equity initiatives?
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What challenges does your institution face in promoting gender equity in astronomy?
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What additional actions do you believe are necessary for funding agencies, the NACs, and hiring committees to improve gender equity in astronomy at your institution? *
Do you believe that the absence of a proper gender equity plan will have a long-term impact on the careers of astronomers (e.g., gender imbalance, reduced opportunities for permanent positions and promotions, discrimination, harassment, mental health issues in the workplace) and astronomy in general? Please provide reasons to support your answer. *
Are you interested in collaborating on this issue? (If yes, then please provide your email below) *
Professional email address, if you want to collaborate in the future (you can also participate anonymously) *
Comments/remark? *
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