Research groups

There are two research groups affiliated to Gender & Diversity Studies, which research sex and gender in there respective fields.

Gender and Power in Politics and Management

The mission of this research group states as follows: "to contribute to a better understanding of the dynamics of power and gender in different contexts, and with this knowledge to help reduce gender inequalities in society". More information can be found on the webpage of Gender and Power in Politics and Management.

To give an impression of the workings of the research group, prof. dr.Yvonne Benschop and dr. Marieke van den Brink explain in the video below how their research has contributed to more gender balance among senior police officers.

Women's Studies Medical Sciences

This group has two goals: (a) provide education, services and support to all students, clinicians and researchers who want to incorporate a focus on sex and gender differences into their activities and (b) investigate innovative methods for the design of person-centered gender-sensitive prevention. More information can be found on the webpage of 'Gender in primary and transmural care.'

To give an impression of the workings of the research group, prof. dr. Toine Lagro-Janssen points out the importance of gender specific medical sciences in the video below.