Equality in the academy? Gender barriers and initiatives in a public university (2013-2018) Igualdad en la academia? Barreras de género e iniciativas en una universidad pública (2013-2018)

Abstract

The aim of this article is to identify and analyze gender parity among the faculty in a public Chilean university and assess the institutional initiatives developed and proposed in the last five years that aim to counteract the inequalities identified in the university’s daily operations. This review of secondary sources reveals how gender relations reflect the many different power arrangements that reinforce male domination in the academy. The initiatives of last five years respond to this reality and demonstrate the constant efforts within the institution —and of women faculty— to overcome many barriers and build a more fair and democratic university.