UM, the first university to receive both the “Equality” and “Diversity” certifications
The University of Montpellier is the first university to receive the “Gender Equality in the Workplace” and “Diversity” certifications awarded by Afnor Certification.
This dual certification applies to all academic units, schools, institutes, and central administrative departments, and demonstrates theUM strong and ongoing commitmentUM equality and diversity. This distinction reflects the University’s dedication to implementing policies and concrete actions aimed at fostering a culture of inclusion and equality. These include the gender equality plan, the disability action plan, and the workplace quality of life plan, all of which aim to improve working conditions and foster an inclusive environment for everyone.
To that end, the University regularly organizes awareness-raising events, such as “Donner des Elles àUMand days dedicated to combating violence against women, LGBTphobia, and racial and anti-Semitic discrimination.
With this dual certification, the University of Montpellier reaffirms its commitment to going beyond legal requirements to place inclusion at the heart of its institutional strategy and positions itself at the forefront of equality in higher education. These certifications join other recognitions, such as the THE Impact Ranking and the HRS4R certification, which demonstrate theUM commitmentUM meeting international standards in human resources.