Gender Equality Training for Students in Higher Education: Protocol for a Scoping Review

Area of Science:

• Social Sciences
• Education Studies
• Higher Education Research

Background:

• Gender equality is crucial for Sustainable Development Goals.
• Higher education institutions (HEIs) can drive gender equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Early intervention through training is key to addressing gender inequality in HEIs.

Purpose of the Study:

• To identify and explore existing literature on gender equality training interventions for third-level students.
• To emphasize training content, methodology, and outcome evaluation.
• To inform curriculum design and recommendations for future training initiatives.

Main Methods:

• A scoping review utilizing the 5-stage framework by Arskey and O'Malley.
• Systematic searches across 6 research databases and gray literature.
• Data extraction using a charting tool and screening via Rayyan software.

Main Results:

• This review is part of the LIBRA (Balance) study, funded by the Irish Higher Education Authority.
• Findings will be presented in tabular form with a narrative synthesis.
• The study aims to inform the development of a gender equality leadership training program for student leaders.

Conclusions:

• The review will report on essential gender equality and leadership skills.
• Findings will guide curriculum development for gender equality training.
• This research aims to catalyze future studies in this evolving field.