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Austria’s gender pay gap is among the worst in Europe
The forthcoming Austrian Income Transparency Act, which will enter into effect by 2026, is expected to bring significant improvements.
International Women’s Day: Spotlight on WU’s women pioneers
For WU, International Women’s Day is always an opportunity to turn the spotlight on pioneering women from business and economics.
Gender equality in the spotlight
Providing equal opportunities for women and men is already common practice on several levels at WU. The number of male and female WU students and graduates is roughly the same and WU’s initiatives promote female talent.
WU's interactive gender equality report awarded
In the jury's view, WU's digital gender equality report is "a big success" in diversity management.
WU re-certified as family-friendly employer
WU was awarded its first hochschuleundfamilie certification from the Austrian government in 2013. WU’s certification has now been renewed.
“She made a difference” award
In recognition of her important work as a role model and academic, Edeltraud Hanappi-Egger has received the “She made a difference” Award.