UM, the first university to obtain dual certification for “Equality” and “Diversity”
The University of Montpellier is the first university to obtain the "Professional Equality between Women and Men" and "Diversity" labels awarded by Afnor Certification.
This dual certification applies to all departments, schools, institutes, and central services, and demonstrates UM's strong and ongoing commitment to equality and diversity. This distinction is a mark of the University's involvement in implementing policies and concrete actions aimed at strengthening an inclusive and egalitarian culture. These include the gender equality plan, the disability master plan, and the quality of life at work plan, which aim to improve working conditions and promote an inclusive environment for all.
With this in mind, the University regularly organizes awareness-raising events, such as "Donner des Elles à l'UM"(Empowering Women at UM) and days against violence against women, LGBTphobia, and racial and anti-Semitic discrimination.
With this dual certification, the University of Montpellier confirms its commitment to exceeding legal requirements by placing inclusion at the heart of its institutional strategy and positioning itself at the forefront of equality in higher education. These certifications are in addition to other recognitions such as the THE Impact ranking and the HRS4R certification (), which demonstrates UM's commitment to meeting international standards in human resources.