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Gender Bias Assessment in Project Implementation Framework

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  • Catalin Popa

    (Faculty for Navigation and Naval Management, Romanian Naval Academy “Mircea cel Batran”, 900213 Constanta, Romania)

  • Filip Nistor

    (Faculty for Navigation and Naval Management, Romanian Naval Academy “Mircea cel Batran”, 900213 Constanta, Romania)

  • Sergiu Lupu

    (Faculty for Navigation and Naval Management, Romanian Naval Academy “Mircea cel Batran”, 900213 Constanta, Romania)

Abstract

This study addresses the persistent issue of gender bias in project management by developing and validating a practical survey tool for monitoring gender-related perceptions within project implementation frameworks. Using a Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAP) approach, a survey instrument was designed to assess awareness of gender equity policies, perceptions of inclusivity, and experiences related to sexual harassment (SASH) within project teams. The tool was piloted in a Horizon Europe project (Healthy Sailing), with responses collected from 66 participants (academics, maritime professionals, researchers, and government stakeholders). Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) revealed a five-factor structure explaining 72.29% of total variance, with the two dominant factors—Perceived Gender Bias and Organizational Safety—demonstrating excellent internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha > 0.90). Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) and bifactor modeling indicated areas for further refinement, with RMSEA values exceeding optimal thresholds. The results underscore the potential of the KAP-based tool to support gender-sensitive quality management practices in project-based environments, while highlighting the need for ongoing psychometric validation. The study contributes a novel, empirically grounded instrument for promoting inclusivity and equity in project management.

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  • Catalin Popa & Filip Nistor & Sergiu Lupu, 2025. "Gender Bias Assessment in Project Implementation Framework," Societies, MDPI, vol. 15(6), pages 1-58, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsoctx:v:15:y:2025:i:6:p:169-:d:1682013
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    1. Joni Hersch, 2015. "Sexual harassment in the workplace," World of Labour, LISER, pages 188-188, October.
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