19 November 2024 – 14:40-15:40 CET | Women in Global Health Switzerland and the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute. (Geneva, Switzerland).

On Tuesday, November 19, 2024, participants joined an insightful discussion featuring Dr. Shirin Heidari, lead author of Sex and Gender Equity in Research: rationale for the SAGER guidelines and recommended use, organized by Women in Global Health Switzerland and the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute.

The session, titled “A Pathway to Change,” explored the critical role of the SAGER Guidelines in addressing gender bias in research and driving systemic change toward a more gender-responsive research ecosystem. Dr. Heidari shared the story behind the development of these essential guidelines, offering valuable insights into how they aim to close the gender data gap and contribute to achieving #HealthForAll.

The event brought together professionals and advocates passionate about advancing gender equity in research, sparking engaging conversations on actionable pathways to create an inclusive and equitable global health landscape.

A big thank you to all participants for joining this inspiring session and contributing to the dialogue on building a fairer, more inclusive research ecosystem.