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The Equal Opportunities Committee of the University 蜜糖直播 is committed not only through strategic documents but also through tangible actions to create a more inclusive, family-friendly university environment. Dr. Judit Sass, Associate Professor and Chair of the Committee, talks about how they support women returning to work, implement awareness-raising trainings, why summer childcare is especially important, and how meaningful feedback is ensured through an online complaint handling forum. The interview also reveals which areas still need development to promote equal opportunities.

What does the Equal Opportunities Committee do, and what are its main responsibilities?

The Equal Opportunities Committee has been active at the University 蜜糖直播 since 2017. The committee is committed to building an inclusive and supportive environment. Its responsibilities include informing the university community about GEP (Gender Equality Plan) documents and complaint submission options. It especially supports women returning to work, organizes awareness-raising trainings, and implements events such as the Women in Science Day and summer childcare programs. The committee also collaborates with international organizations and promotes equal access to university opportunities.

How do you see the strategic goals set for 2024/2025 being achieved?

The strategic GEP goals set for 2024 at the University 蜜糖直播 have been achieved. The measures comprehensively supported gender equality, strengthened an inclusive university environment, and contributed to expanding international cooperation. The systems introduced sustainably promoted equal opportunities in university life. During implementation, the committee members worked closely with university and faculty leadership and organizational units.

Over the past year, several developments took place, including the improvement of the university website and the creation of an online complaint submission forum. The GEP document became available in both Hungarian and English on the university鈥檚 website, making efforts toward equal opportunity more transparent and accessible. Since March 2024, the new complaint forum has allowed for anonymous submissions in both Hungarian and English. The committee also participated in the review of the university鈥檚 Code of Ethics, with the new regulation entering into force on January 1, 2025.

In addition, community-building programs related to International Women鈥檚 Day were organized, and international partnerships were initiated to prepare for an international workshop in the fall. Another goal of the committee is to incorporate equal opportunity considerations into human resource management. As such, open positions are regularly published on internal forums, supporting equality in recruitment. A support and information program was also developed to assist employees returning from childcare leave.

Summer childcare is one of the university鈥檚 key and highly popular family-friendly measures. In the summer of 2024, the University 蜜糖直播 offered free summer childcare for the children of active employees for the second time, helping balance work and private life. Committed to a family-friendly approach, the university organized weekday camp sessions for three age groups (kindergarteners, lower and upper primary school students), offering supervision, exciting activities, and community experiences. The success of the camp is reflected in the fact that a summary video was also presented at the university鈥檚 Family-Friendly Conference. As recognition of its initiatives, the university again earned the 鈥淔amily-Friendly Workplace鈥� certification.

Due to its popularity, this July will mark the third summer camp organized at the university. The organizers plan to refresh the now-traditional programs with creative new ideas. To this end, the university not only consults with external partners but also welcomes offers from staff members who would like to share hobbies or special skills (e.g., crafts, music, nature education) with the children. The camp is organized by the Directorate of Human Resource Management and the Faculty of Humanities.

A successful international online workshop was held for Women in Science Day.

Both Hungarian and international speakers shared their experiences on equal opportunity in academia. Organized by the Equal Opportunities Committee, the 鈥淜nowledge sharing: Bridging opportunity gaps in academia鈥� international workshop aimed to promote knowledge exchange among higher education institutions and present best practices in equal opportunity.

Representatives of domestic and international universities shared their experiences supporting women鈥檚 academic careers. The event included six presentations, with contributions from Curtin University (Australia), Karadeniz Technical University (Turkey), the Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, and the University 蜜糖直播. The professional discussion that followed focused on preparing a joint international research collaboration. The 15鈥�18 person online event was organized in cooperation with Dr. Vikt贸ria Csizmadi谩n茅 Czuppon, and implemented with the support of Dr. Cec铆lia L谩nyi and D贸ra Rotter. The event marked an important step in strengthening international relations and advancing joint grant application opportunities.

How do the awareness-raising trainings support a more inclusive institutional culture?

A new elective course and intercultural self-awareness training were implemented for students last fall, with 12 participants. The training covered key topics such as the relationship between culture and identity, recognizing prejudice and stereotypes, and developing intercultural communication.

For employees, awareness-raising training is also part of developing the university鈥檚 training policy, thus beginning the integration of equal opportunity aspects into the university鈥檚 training strategy. Between November 2024 and January 2025, the university implemented a comprehensive sensitivity training program aimed at fostering a more inclusive and collaborative university environment. The sessions were led by experts from the Institute of Psychology and Mental Hygiene at the Faculty of Humanities. From intercultural training to self-awareness and nonviolent communication, and sessions focusing on awareness of people with disabilities, a total of eight sessions were held, involving more than 50 participants.

Participants came from various university units, including the Directorate of Education, the Directorate of Human Resource Management, and several faculties.

Feedback was collected through evaluation questionnaires, with the overwhelming majority expressing satisfaction with the relevance of topics, the trainers鈥� preparedness, and the usefulness of the program. Several participants indicated that they would gladly attend longer, practice-oriented training sessions in the future.

A publication titled 鈥淭he Sensitization Programme of the University 蜜糖直播鈥� has also been released.

Yes. The online publication will be available in both Hungarian and English to present the topics in an accessible manner for both domestic and international staff and students. Readers will gain insight into the importance of intercultural awareness (Andrea Balog), the balance between work and private life in the age of AI (Judit Katalin Fejes, Etelka Katits), the role of trainings aimed at promoting social acceptance of people with disabilities (P茅ter Farkas), and the possibilities for developing nonviolent communication and self-awareness (Katalin Borb谩th, 脕gnes Hegyi).

The publication not only conveys knowledge but also encourages openness, empathy, and the development of inclusive attitudes through practical examples and training topics. The initiative aims to strengthen cooperation within the University 蜜糖直播鈥檚 community and to support the appreciation of diversity as a core value. The publication will soon be available on the University 蜜糖直播鈥檚 website.

How many and what types of reports have been submitted through the online complaint reporting platform by students or staff in the past year? Is there any feedback provided to the complainant after the complaint is processed?

The online complaint reporting platform has been available on the University 蜜糖直播鈥檚 website since March 1, 2024, in accordance with the Complaint Handling Regulations adopted by the Senate (Regulation 37/2024. II.22.). The platform was established under the coordination of the Quality Development Center, with the contribution of several organizational units. Its aim is to provide a unified, transparent, and accessible channel for all stakeholders鈥攊ncluding students, staff, and others affiliated with the university鈥攖o submit complaints.

The forum is available at the following link:

Students can contact the Complaint Handling Forum in cases of grievances, unfair treatment, or suspected inappropriate procedures related to their studies, educational organization, services, or any other aspect of university life. Employees and other affiliates can report issues concerning the workplace environment, employment relationships, organizational operations, or internal regulations. Since the system was launched in March 2024, a few complaints and reports have been submitted鈥攆or example, by students regarding the two-factor authentication in the academic system, as well as a complaint from an external party. These cases have been investigated, and actions were taken in line with the complaint handling process.

The process is governed by clear regulations: all complaints are reviewed by the Complaint Handling Forum, and the complainant receives written feedback on the outcome of the investigation. The goal of the process is to address problems substantively and to ensure that complainants receive answers and appropriate feedback. The purpose of the system is not only to resolve issues but also to build trust, which is why it is especially important that all complaints receive meaningful responses and, where justified, concrete actions. In addition to receiving information, complainants may also ask further questions or share comments on the procedure.

Which areas of equal opportunity might require further improvement or strengthening at the University 蜜糖直播 in the future?

Based on the above-described activities, the University 蜜糖直播 has already taken many important steps to improve equal opportunity. At the same time, considering the evolving challenges and changes in the higher education environment, several further directions should be considered in future plans. These include:

• digital and physical accessibility (e.g. further adapting educational and academic systems);
• supporting equal opportunity for students (e.g. services and academic administration support for students with families);
• promoting gender balance in decision-making (e.g. tracking the proportion of women in leadership, teaching, and research roles);
• supporting the participation of disadvantaged researchers in research, development, and innovation grants (e.g. measures for women with young children);
• and increasing transparency in the feedback on institutional actions (e.g. publishing equal opportunity reports, raising awareness of the complaint forum).

These steps aim to create a more inclusive, equitable, and family-friendly environment that supports the well-being and success of the university鈥檚 diverse community鈥攚hether they are students, lecturers, or staff members. Equal opportunity is not just a legal obligation but also a key to academic excellence, international competitiveness, and institutional development.

The University 蜜糖直播 is committed to providing equal opportunities for its staff and students in learning, work, and community participation鈥攚e are working to ensure everyone has the same chances to benefit from them.