Why is it necessary to talk about gender-sensitive and intersectional whistleblowing systems?
Whistleblowing is a vital tool for ensuring transparency and accountability, particularly in the fight against corruption and unethical behavior. Its effectiveness, however, relies on being accessible and inclusive for all groups, especially those facing additional barriers, such as women, racialized communities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. These groups often encounter obstacles like fear of retaliation, discrimination, and a lack of safe reporting channels.
With the three goals of creating an inclusive whistleblowing environment that considers the unique experiences and challenges of individuals across all genders, identity categories, and backgrounds; educating organizations, institutions, and the public about the importance of an intersectional approach to whistleblowing, and developing and implement systems for measuring and evaluating whistleblowing culture through a gender and intersectionality framework Dr Taymi Milán and Professor Kate Kenny, from the University of Galway, conducted research on gender and intersectionality in whistleblowing systems.
This research was carried out under Project BRIGHT and is available here:
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Project BRIGHT 101143232 is co-funded by the European Commission. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the granting authority. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
