Eucentre is a non-profit private law foundation whose mission is to conduct research and provide training and services in earthquake and safety engineering 
Eucentre promotes science, research and innovation for the benefit of the community, offering targeted methodologies and concrete solutions for prevention, safety and resilience. It collaborates with institutions and companies to disseminate competencies for the common good.
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Eucentre carries out research activities in earthquake engineering and risk reduction through laboratory testing and numerical analysis, aiming to improve the seismic performance of structures and soils and to develop innovative seismic retrofitting techniques.
The Foundation promotes diverse and high-quality training activities aimed at academic and professional contexts, with constantly updated and innovative programs and initiatives designed to meet the evolving needs of the sector and society 
Eucentre ensures communication aimed at informing institutions, professionals, and citizens about ongoing activities and projects, with the goal of disseminating useful and accessible content and knowledge. It contributes to promoting a shared and informed culture of prevention and resilience.
The Eucentre Foundation has always promoted a fair, inclusive and meritocratic work environment. By adopting the Gender Equality Plan (GEP) for 2024–2026, Eucentre is further strengthening its commitment to eliminating gender inequality and contributing to the achievement of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals for 2030, specifically:
- Goal 5 – Gender Equality;
- Goal 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth.
The GEP is a strategic tool for cultural change and is divided into four key action areas:
- Staff selection and career progression;
- Gender representation in decision-making bodies;
- Work-life balance;
- Ongoing commitment to disseminating equal opportunities.
An internal analysis covering the three-year period from 2020 to 2022 revealed areas for improvement and important milestones already achieved. These milestones demonstrate Eucentre’s commitment to building a more equitable organisation.
During the analysed period, scientific responsibility in research projects was equally distributed between men and women, which is a significant indicator of trust in and recognition of women’s skills.
Staff participation in scientific and operational missions was found to be gender equal, demonstrating an organisation that values field experience inclusively.
Smart working has been implemented in a balanced way, providing equal opportunities for flexible working, a key tool for achieving work-life balance.
The GEP was approved by the Board of Directors and published to ensure full accessibility and transparency for all staff, with the involvement of key figures in governance and internal communication.
The analysis revealed some structural issues common to the STEM sector, namely:
- Male predominance in technical staff and top positions;
- An average salary gap of 5-7% in favour of men;
- Still limited female representation in statutory bodies.
To address these issues, the Plan includes the following targeted actions:
- Promoting the presence of women in selection committees and decision-making bodies;
- Annual monitoring of the gender pay gap;
- Active policies to support career progression and enhance women’s skills;
- Continuing education and internal awareness activities.
Through the GEP 2024-2026, Eucentre intends to lead by example in the fields of applied research and civil protection, showing that scientific excellence and equity, inclusion and respect for diversity go hand in hand.
Supporting gender equality is not just a matter of justice; it is a driver of innovation and progress that strengthens our mission to serve the community.
