Imperfect

Imperfect Gender Equality Plan

Last updated: November 2025

1. Why this plan

Imperfect is a Brussels based tech SME working on circular construction. Our team is still growing, which makes it the right moment to be clear about how we approach gender equality and a safe, respectful work environment.

This plan applies to everyone who works with us: founders, team members, trainees and long term collaborators.

2. Our principles

We keep it simple:

  • Equal chances and fair treatment for all genders

  • No discrimination, no harassment, no sexist behaviour

  • Active attention to balance in our team and decision making

3. How we work

Recruitment

  • Use gender neutral language in job descriptions and calls

  • Share opportunities in networks that reach underrepresented genders in tech and construction

  • Base selection on skills and role fit, not on gender, family situation or care responsibilities

Pay and roles

  • Apply the same salary logic and rate structure to comparable roles, regardless of gender

  • Once a year, check if there are unexplained differences in pay between people in similar positions

  • As we grow, try to avoid a situation where one gender clearly dominates the team or the management group

Work life balance

  • Offer flexible hours and hybrid work whenever compatible with projects

  • Respect maternity, paternity and parental leave

  • Try to keep key meetings within core hours, so people with care responsibilities are not disadvantaged

Safe environment

  • Zero tolerance for harassment, bullying or sexist comments, including in chats and online tools

  • Simple way to raise concerns, anonymously if needed

  • When a concern is raised, a small group looks at it and proposes follow up actions, with external support if required

4. Projects and partnerships

  • Aim for mixed gender representation in project teams, speakers and public roles, within the limits of our size and available candidates

  • When relevant, pay attention to gender aspects in user research, testing and impact discussions

  • Share what we learn about inclusive practices with partners in education, public bodies and research

5. Review and contact

Once a year we will briefly review:

  • The gender balance in our team and in leadership roles

  • Any unexplained pay gaps between comparable roles

  • Any gender related incident reports and how they were handled (anonymised)

If needed, we update this page so that the current version is always visible next to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Questions or concerns about gender equality at Imperfect:

info@imperfect.city
Subject line: Gender Equality

All messages are treated with confidentiality and care.