PIONEERED: Elaborating the link between social and educational policies for tackling educational inequalities in Europe

in socialpolicy.ch (2021), early online

Although a number of policies tackling educational inequalities have been introduced in recent decades in Europe, educational inequalities exist to a varying extent both in different sub- and ... [more ▼]

Although a number of policies tackling educational inequalities have been introduced in recent decades in Europe, educational inequalities exist to a varying extent both in different sub- and supranational contexts. In this article, we address the link between social and educational policies with respect to educational inequalities. Educational policies aim to guarantee opportunities throughout educational trajectories and beyond. They pertain to all areas and the entire duration of the human life. Our contribution to socialpolicy.ch introduces the ongoing Horizon 2020 project PIONEERED on educational inequalities by elaborating on the social problems behind those dis-parities, and by outlining the project’s conceptual and methodological approaches that join together multilevel, intersectional and life-course perspectives. [less ▲]

Gendered and diversified? Leadership in global hospitality and tourism academia

in International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management (2020)

Gender norms, sexuality and post-socialist identity: Does migration matter?

in Sexuality and Culture (2020)

Berufs-und Studienfachwahl an der Leibniz Universität Hannover: Datendokumentation zur Studie „Berufs-und Studienfachwahl an der Leibniz Universität Hannover“

Report (2019)

This report and data documentation provides a description of the survey, including specially developed survey instruments, and a representation of every variable. They explore career choices of higher ... [more ▼]

This report and data documentation provides a description of the survey, including specially developed survey instruments, and a representation of every variable. They explore career choices of higher education students giving special attention to the culturally rooted mechanisms of gender segregation and gender (a)typical career choices. The questionnaire is based on the model of cultural stereotypes (Gewinner 2017), which addresses gender ideologies and separates them from stereotyped gender roles and individual cultural values. The additional inclusion of the subject blocks 'socialization' and 'teacher influence' makes it easier to understand gender (a)typical career choices of individuals. [less ▲]

Work–life balance for native and migrant scholars in German academia: meanings and practices

in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (2019)

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to address notions and practices relating to work–life balance for native German scholars and researchers who have migrated from the former Soviet Union (FSU). Issues ... [more ▼]

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to address notions and practices relating to work–life balance for native German scholars and researchers who have migrated from the former Soviet Union (FSU). Issues will be explored from a cultural perspective, identifying culturally based interpretations of work–life balance. Design/methodology/approach Foregrounded in a diversity approach, this empirical study draws upon explorative interviews to discuss work–life balance in German academia. To overcome monocultural observations, 25 German scholars and 11 researchers originating from the FSU were interviewed, all of whom are highly skilled female scholars. Findings Findings demonstrate that individuals with diverse cultural backgrounds can perceive huge differences in identical working conditions. The study links meanings of work–life balance with individual practices and identifies key components of work–life balance within this population. It also discusses the decisions that scholars make about starting families or remaining childless for the sake of their careers. Originality/value This study is the first of its kind in Germany, and represents a strong implication for policies and their evaluation. It identifies the crucial role played by culturally rooted notions relating to work–life balance practices. [less ▲]

Gendered Career Choices and Stereotypes: A theoretical Approach

in Advances in Gender Research (2017)

Gender Inequality in Russian academia: Dynamics, Insights, and Explanations

in Investigaciones Feministas (2016)