Advancing Equality and Inclusion in a Changing World of Work
At a time when gender equality is under pressure and inequalities are widening, the need for skilled and experienced gender advocates has never been greater. The Gender Academy 2025 offers a timely and vital space for reflection, learning, and transformation—bringing together professionals from around the world to tackle the pressing challenges threatening progress and help shape a more inclusive and equitable world of work. Over the course of two weeks, participants will engage in expert-led sessions, peer exchange, and hands-on learning designed to spark fresh ideas and support meaningful, lasting change.
🔸 Plenary Sessions
Plenary sessions will explore the key issues shaping gender equality in the world of work today. Through bold ideas, expert insights, and global dialogue, these sessions will address topics such as:
🔹 Thematic Tracks & Electives
Participants will tailor their learning path by selecting two electives, choosing either:
Each track addresses interconnected dimensions of gender equality in the world of work. Courses are grounded in real-world practice, providing both strategic insights and practical tools.
Strengthen collective action by engaging diverse actors and amplifying voices to advance gender equality. Learn to build strategic alliances, shape compelling narratives, and foster inclusive allyship.
Gain the practical skills to turn commitment into action through gender-responsive training and institutional mainstreaming strategies.
Go beyond policy to transform workplace culture. Address inequality, tackle violence and harassment, and promote fairness and dignity for all.
Explore how technological disruption and climate action intersect with gender equality and learn how to respond effectively.
Uncover hidden structures that undervalue care and women’s work. From unpaid labour to pay gaps, this track offers solutions for lasting change.
By joining the Gender Academy 2025, you will:
The Gender Academy welcomes a diverse and global community of professionals committed to advancing gender equality, inclusion, and social justice in the world of work. Participants typically include:
The Academy takes place on the ITCILO campus in Turin, Italy, nestled in a park along the Po River. This UN hub—shared with the UN System Staff College and UNICRI—offers a vibrant international learning environment where participants from around the world connect, learn, and collaborate.
Upon successful completion of all required course activities, participants will receive an official ITCILO Certificate of Achievement. This certificate may also count as a credited component toward the ITCILO Gender Diploma Programme, for those pursuing the full certification pathway.
A limited number of partial fellowships are available for worthy candidates from countries ODA receiving countries (Official Development Assistance). Consult the updated recipients’ list here.
If you are applying for funding, please specify so in your application form.