UNIFY — Unit for Family, Diversity & Equality Equality
Heidelberg University has long regarded equal opportunities for female academics as one of the fundamental prerequisites for achieving and maintaining excellence in science. Accordingly, an environment of equal opportunities for female students and researchers is ensured in all areas of work at the university.
The Equal Opportunities Officer and UNIFY, together with other decentralised stakeholders, are responsible for equal opportunities at the university in the academic field. The Equal Opportunities Officer is responsible in matters of academic support (administration, library, laboratory and technology).
Gender-friendly Organisation Development and Promotion of young talent
Equal Opportunities Commissioners of the Faculties
Each faculty has its own equal opportunities commissioners who serve as direct points of contact for female students and academics. They represent the Equal Opportunities Commissioner of the University in faculty councils and commissions, especially in appointment procedures.