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Gema García-Albacete

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Associate Professor Political Science @uc3m Research on inequalities in political involvement: http://genpol.es https://www.g-epic.eu Co-director http://uc3m.es/master/analisi…. #fistgen "Vicedecana" @ggalbacete

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Gema García-Albacete @ggalbacete.bsky.social · Nov 15

I did not find the time to do this earlier, but I want to introduce you to my latest published work with Bryony Hoskins
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The gender gap in political efficacy: the accelerating effect of classroom discussions

Abstract. The gender gap in political self-efficacy originates early in life and is among the most persistent inequalities in political attitudes across We

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Instituto Carlos III-Juan March/ Carlos III-Juan March Institute @ic3jm.bsky.social · 2d

Our new postdoctoral fellow @nerealidad.bsky.social, working on the INTERFACED international project led by @ggalbacete.bsky.social, has just received the Juan Linz Award from @cepcgob.bsky.social for her newly minted dissertation!

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Instituto Carlos III-Juan March/ Carlos III-Juan March Institute @ic3jm.bsky.social · 7d

2025/2026 here we go... 🚀

Check out our Permanent Seminar Series line-up for the fall! 🍂✨
This year is going to be full of exciting news—stay tuned!

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Marta Fraile @martafraile.bsky.social · 21d

¿Es esta la "libertad" a la que Ayuso alude continuamente en sus discursos publicos?
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El Gobierno de Ayuso prohíbe las banderas palestinas y el apoyo a Gaza en los colegios madrileños

La administración autonómica considera que este es un tema político, pero sí permitió y fomentó la solidaridad con Ucrania

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EPSS @epssnet.bsky.social · Aug 7

EPSA have announced that they will hold a conference in July 2026.

😵‍💫 We understand that there might be some confusion about EPSS and EPSA.

👉🏽 So we thought we would clarify some things.

A short 🧵

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Gema García-Albacete @ggalbacete.bsky.social · Jul 22

It was very nice having you here, come back soon!

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G-EPIC Project @g-epicproject.bsky.social · Jul 3

🎤✨ Coming Soon: G-EPIC Interview Series – Season 2
We're excited to announce Season 2 of the G-EPIC Interview Series is almost here! 🚀

Stay tuned and catch these inspiring stories — you won’t want to miss what’s next for G-EPIC!

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G-EPIC Project @g-epicproject.bsky.social · Jul 15

🎤 We’re proud to share that Gema García-Albacete delivered the closing keynote at the REJS International Conference in Zaragoza, presenting insights from our ongoing G-EPIC research.

👉 Discover the full conference programme:
rejs-zaragoza2025.com/programacion/

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Gema García-Albacete @ggalbacete.bsky.social · Jun 28

We had a great www.genpol.es panel today at @epsanet.bsky.social. Thanks to Maria Grasso for the insightful discussion, and to all attendees for your questions.
I think this was a good one! Thanks to the local organizers too! #EPSA #UC3M @divulgauc3m.bsky.social @ic3jm.bsky.social

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Gema García-Albacete @ggalbacete.bsky.social · Jun 11

Very happy for the opportunity to collaborate with an incredible team of international researchers on the INTERFACED project. Nerea (@nerealidad.bsky.social) and I make up the Spanish squad at UC3M @uc3m.es and IC3JM @ic3jm.bsky.social

INTERFACED @interfaced-eu.bsky.social · Jun 10

In a world shaped by the COVID-19 pandemic, rising polarisation, and declining trust in democracy and science, how are people reengaging with politics? 🤔

INTERFACED dives deep into post-COVID political participation to understand the future of civic engagement.

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Reengaging Citizens For Better Governance | INTERFACED Project

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INTERFACED @interfaced-eu.bsky.social · Jun 10

Reengaging Citizens For Better Governance | INTERFACED Project

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G-EPIC Project @g-epicproject.bsky.social · Jun 4

📍 Save the Date: We’re thrilled to announce that the next G-EPIC General Meeting will take place in person at the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M) 🇪🇸!

📅 When: 9–10 June 2025
📍 Where: UC3M, Madrid

🔔 Follow us here for live updates, behind-the-scenes moments, and insights from the meeting!

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Pau Vall-Prat @pauvallprat.bsky.social · Jun 2

We have a great lineup of papers for the Junior Workshop in HPE. A limited number of spots are available for scholars interested in attending the workshop. Fill this form if you want to join us next June 25 at UC3M forms.gle/DckGoQDfniTU... @tinepaulsen.bsky.social @franvillamil.bsky.social

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Gema García-Albacete @ggalbacete.bsky.social · May 7

IM-PLICANDO
Nuestro proyecto www.genpol.es llega a su fin y lo celebramos compartiendo resultados en una sesión con expertos y profesionales de políticas públicas de género.
📍 A Coruña
📅 15 de mayo
¡Ven a conocer nuestro trabajo!
¡Gracias por difundir!

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Oliver Strijbis @ostrijbis.bsky.social · May 6

🎓 Would you like to be a Postdoc at an American university on a research grant that won't be canceled?
📍 Join me at Franklin University Switzerland!
🧠 4-year fully-funded position in my SNF project DIVIDE
🔬 ≥80% working time on research
💰 ≈90k CHF annually
👉 Check: www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/42...

Franklin University Switzerland hiring Post-doctoral Researcher in Sorengo, Ticino, Switzerland | LinkedIn

Posted 7:05:23 AM. Franklin University Switzerland…See this and similar jobs on LinkedIn.

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Gema García-Albacete @ggalbacete.bsky.social · May 2

This is inspiring, thanks for sharing Catherine!

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Thomas Kurer @thmskrr.bsky.social · Apr 30

🚨3-Year Postdoc Position in Zurich @ipz.bsky.social

❓Political implications of labor market transformation

Plenty of flexibility, no teaching obligations, great research environment in an highly livable city.

Deadline: May 18, 2025.

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#polisky #poliscijobs #psjminfo

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Sabrina J. Mayer @sabrinajmayer.bsky.social · Apr 10

Are you interested in political partipation among youth and immigrants? @ aleininger.bsky.social and I edited a special issue for Politics and Governance (@cogitatiopag.bsky.social) - here are 13 new articles! doi.org/10.17645/pag...

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Sabrina J. Mayer @sabrinajmayer.bsky.social · Apr 10

@phil-k.bsky.social et al. study political interest as an essential determinant of political participation. Their findings show a positive relationship between discrimination and political interest. DOI: doi.org/10.17645/pag...

Voices in the Margins: Exploring the Link Between Discrimination and Adolescents’ Political Involvement | Article | Politics and Governance

Philipp Kleer, Simone Abendschön, Gema García-Albacete, Lidia Núñez, David Sánchez

https://doi.org/10.17645/pag.9309

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Sabrina J. Mayer @sabrinajmayer.bsky.social · Apr 10

@ggalbacete.bsky.social et al. add an additional facet by including gender in their analysis of political interest among adolescents with and without immigrant backgrounds. Their findings show that immigrant‐origin girls have the highest levels of political interest. DOI: doi.org/10.17645/pag...

Beyond Gender: Exploring the Intersectional Dynamics in Political Interest Among Youth | Article | Politics and Governance

Gema García-Albacete, Lidia Núñez, David Sánchez, Simone Abendschön, Philipp Kleer

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Gema García-Albacete @ggalbacete.bsky.social · Apr 3

Very happy that the Special Issue is now out. We contribute with two pieces from the EU-funded www.gepic.eu project @g-epicproject.bsky.social

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Politics and Governance @cogitatiopag.bsky.social · Apr 3

Are young people and immigrants heard in politics?

Our new open access issue summarizes research on how they participate, showing where they are left out and what affects their involvement.

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Unequal Participation Among Youth and Immigrants: Analyzing Political Attitudes and Behavior in Societal Subgroups

Thematic Issue, Vol 13 (2025)

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Guy Grossman @guygrossman.bsky.social · Mar 30

Feels like we are amidst a cultural revolution, with denouncements and all that shit.

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Jose Rojo @jrrojop.bsky.social · Feb 24

El jueves estaré en la USAL para esto 👇🏻

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Instituto Carlos III-Juan March/ Carlos III-Juan March Institute @ic3jm.bsky.social · Feb 26

📢 Scholarship opportunities for our prestigious two-year interdisciplinary Master's program in Social Sciences!

💡 Available scholarships:

✅ 4 full scholarships
🗓 Deadline: March 31, 2025.

✅ 3 tuition waiver scholarships
🗓 Deadline: May 31, 2025.

🎓 Apply now! 🔗 www.uc3m.es/master/socia...

Master in Social Sciences | UC3M

Master in Social Sciences - Universidad Carlos III de Madrid - UC3M

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Paula Surridge @psurridge.bsky.social · Feb 23

I wonder if we'll hear more about young female voters or young male voters.

Reto Mitteregger @indubioproreto.bsky.social · Feb 23

Voilà:

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