Athena Swan Surveys

Athena Swan Survey

The Athena Swan Survey which is carried out during the application cycle is a very informative /substantive part of the application process. The survey is launched once every two years on all staff. The survey targets specific themes that highlight the overall culture of the environment. The survey also addresses any changes that may have been implemented such as Job Sizing and monitors the feedback on these changes.

The ISAT working groups then examine each of the themes in relation to their working group and analyse the findings.  The working group may issue an additional pulse survey targeting one of the areas to extrapolate more information and get a better understanding of the findings.  

The most recent survey was carried out in Q1 2023 and our next survey will be in Q1 2025.   

• Career Opportunities & Supports
• Promotions
• Job Sizing
• Workload
• Performance Appraisals
• Flexible Working
• Carer Responsibilities
• Family Leave
• Culture & Leadership
• Experience of Bullying, Discrimination & Sexual Harassment

The 2023 survey results have been analysed and plans are being implemented to address any issues raised by staff.

Staff’s input is sincerely appreciated and are eager to use your responses to co-create the actions that we as a University will take to make sure University of Galway is inclusive, respectful environment for all.