Researchers and developers should be aware of the power relations in their research and application fields. Projects should seek the empowerment of all stakeholders (irrespective of race, gender, educational or financial background) as active equal contributors. How is the planned project embedded in power structures and what impact will this have on the end results or product? Gender and diversity aspects – among others – determine where people are allocated, what jobs and responsibilities they have, how well they are paid and how socially secure they live. Access to technologies, resources and work tools depends on these aspects, too. This should be reflected in research and development projects.
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