Ideell Förening Sverige
Org. No. 802551-3832
Frivillig Forening Danmark
CVR No. 46190815
Version 1.0 | 12 May 2026
Gender Equality Plan
ÖRESUND PATRØL
1. Commitment Statement
Öresund Patrøl (ÖP) is a Swedish-Danish nonprofit organisation dedicated to sustainable marine research, education, and advocacy in the Öresund/Øresund region. We are committed to gender equality in all aspects of our work, including in our internal organisation, field operations, partnerships, and scientific collaborations. This Gender Equality Plan formalises that commitment and sets out how we will maintain and improve it over time.
2. Scope and Applicability
This plan applies to all persons associated with Öresund Patrøl, including board members, operational crew, volunteers, advisory board members, and project collaborators.
3. Current Gender Composition
As of the date of this document, ÖP's composition is as follows:
  • Board of Directors: 3 women, 2 men (60% women)
  • Operational Crew: 3 women, 4 men (43% women)
  • Advisory Board: 4 women, 4 men (50% women)
Women hold a majority on the Board of Directors and are equally represented on the Advisory Board. ÖP considers this a strength and will work to maintain and improve parity at all levels, particularly in field operations.
4. Responsibility
The Managing Director holds overall responsibility for this Gender Equality Plan and its implementation. Gender equality considerations are standing agenda items at annual board meetings. Any member of the organisation may raise concerns regarding gender equality directly with the Managing Director or any board member.
5. Objectives and Measures
5.1 Recruitment and Participation
  • ÖP actively encourages applications and participation from all genders for roles at all levels.
  • Volunteer and crew recruitment materials use inclusive language.
  • Selection for field operations, expeditions, and public-facing roles is based on competence, experience, and availability, without regard to gender.
5.2 Safe and Inclusive Working Environment
  • ÖP maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward harassment, discrimination, and exclusionary behaviour.
  • All persons associated with ÖP, regardless of gender, are entitled to be treated with dignity and respect.
  • Field operations follow established diving safety protocols that apply equally to all participants.
5.3 Work-Life Balance
  • ÖP recognises that members and collaborators have varying personal and professional commitments. Participation in ÖP activities is structured to accommodate flexible engagement.
  • No member is disadvantaged in terms of role or opportunity as a result of part-time participation or caregiving responsibilities.
5.4 Gender in Research and Communications
  • Where relevant, ÖP considers gender and social dimensions in the design and communication of its scientific projects.
  • ÖP's public communications, educational materials, and outreach aim to represent diverse role models in marine science and conservation.
6. Monitoring and Data Collection
ÖP records the gender composition of its board, crew, and advisory board on an annual basis. This data is reviewed at the annual board meeting and informs decisions on recruitment and outreach. If significant imbalances emerge, the board will discuss concrete corrective measures.
7. Awareness and Training
New board members and crew are introduced to this plan as part of their onboarding. ÖP will identify relevant training opportunities on gender equality and unconscious bias as the organisation grows, and will prioritise these when applying for external funding.
8. Review and Update
This Gender Equality Plan will be reviewed annually and updated as needed to reflect the current state of the organisation and any changes in applicable guidelines or funding requirements. The current version is publicly available on the ÖP website.
Signed on behalf of Öresund Patrøl
Lukasz Larsson Warzecha
Managing Director, Öresund Patrol
12 May 2026

A signed copy of this document is available on request.