EQUALITY MANIFESTO

The BC3 Equality Manifesto outlines a framework for the 2020-2023 period focused on two primary goals: eradicating harassment and violence, and committing to workplace equality. The centre implements a 'ZERO Tolerance Policy' regarding harassment and has established specific reporting channels and a contact person for complaints. To promote equality, BC3 focuses on reducing gender bias in hiring across all scientific and administrative roles, encouraging the use of inclusive language in publications and daily speech, and supporting work-life conciliation for family duties. The manifesto specifically aims to support junior women on temporary contracts in pursuing long-term research careers and encourages all staff to undergo gender equality training to move beyond symbolic 'purple washing' efforts.

• BC3 has adopted a 'ZERO Tolerance Policy' regarding any form of harassment within the workspace and related activities outside the office, supported by a specific protocol and established reporting channels, including anonymous options.
• The centre commits to using inclusive and gender-sensitive language across Euskera, English, and Spanish, specifically encouraging staff to avoid sexist or biased language in both everyday communication and academic publications.
• BC3 aims to reduce gender bias in recruitment for all positions, regardless of seniority or discipline, and seeks to dismantle gendered norms associated with specific roles.
• The manifesto emphasizes the need for meaningful engagement with gender equality to avoid 'purple washing', which it defines as marketing or political strategies that simulate a commitment to equality.
• The institution commits to supporting work-life balance, stating that family responsibilities such as maternity, paternity, and elder care should not hinder professional achievement.

APA

Basque Centre for Climate Change (2020). EQUALITY MANIFESTO. https://www.bc3research.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Equality-manifesto-BC3.pdf

Chicago

Basque Centre for Climate Change. EQUALITY MANIFESTO. 2020. https://www.bc3research.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Equality-manifesto-BC3.pdf.

Wikipedia

{{cite press release |author=Basque Centre for Climate Change |title=EQUALITY MANIFESTO |date=December 2020 |url=https://www.bc3research.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Equality-manifesto-BC3.pdf |access-date=23 October 2026 |via=Climate Insights Directory}}

BibTeX

@misc{basquecentreforclimatechange2020equality, author = {{Basque Centre for Climate Change}}, title = {{EQUALITY MANIFESTO}}, publisher = {Basque Centre for Climate Change}, year = {2020}, month = dec, url = {https://www.bc3research.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Equality-manifesto-BC3.pdf}, urldate = {2026-10-23}, note = {Indexed by Climate Insights Directory} }