In this project we study the irruption of the feminist demands in higher education institutions in Chile, with emphasis on the challenges faced by the implementation of gender initiatives and policies, equality, and recognition of diversity.

About the Project

Learn how the initiative emerged and the universities and professional team that are part of this project.

Research

We study the irruption of the feminist demands in higher education institutions in Chile as well as the challenges faced by the implementation of gender initiatives and policies, equality and recognition of diversity.

Sketch notes launching event Proyecto Anillo Disonancias asd

Check here the sketch notes of the launching event of the Anillo project "Disonancias: Comunidad, Universidad e Irrupción Feminista" held at the Parque Cultural de Valparaíso. There were two symposiums with the presence of researchers Sandra Vera, Karin Berlien, Macarena Jofré and Juan Williams and international guests Carmen Romero Bachiller, Moira Pérez and Nicolás Cuello. Illustrations by Tamara Lillo.

By Sandra Vera

Gender Bias in STEM (with Andrea Canales, M. Isabel Cortéz, Mariel Sáez)

This text introduces a diagnosis of gender disparities in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) in Chile. The authors highlight that there are significant differences among the STEM fields and dropout of women happens at later stages undergraduate education. In addition, they propose measures to address and reduce the existing gaps in these areas.

By Andrea Vera

Rare Bugs: Gender and Subjectivities in the Field of Mathematical Research in Chile (with Fernando Valenzuela, Tania de Armas, Consuelo Dinamarca and Felipe Águila)

This article explores the construction of gendered subjectivities in the field of mathematics research in Chile and how gender influences this research. It also discusses the challenges faced by women in this field and how they can work to create a more inclusive and diverse field.

By Andrea Vera