Gender-based violence in academia: making the concept of zero tolerance matter to institutional change.

This paper aims to scrutinise the zero-tolerance approach in relation to gender-based violence in higher education and research in the EU. Employing conceptual analysis and the EmilyTest analytical tool, we assess the comprehensiveness and appropriateness of existing national-level zero-tolerance policies in tackling gender-based violence within the framework of the institutional change approach to advancing gender equality. We aim to contribute to the ongoing discourse on designing impactful strategies to combat gender-based violence in higher education and research institutions. This examination sheds light on the applicability and efficacy of the zero-tolerance approach, offering insights for policymakers and educational practitioners seeking to influence and enhance gender-sensitive practices in academia. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]