SDG 5 GENDER EQUALITY

EQUAL ACCESS TO EDUCATION AND WORK

Gender equality is necessary for a more fair and sustainable society. An important contribution to that goal is equal access to education and employment opportunities. Our policies on Admission, Equality and Diversity, Non-discrimination and Anti-harassment are designed to ensure equal access and prevent discrimination based on gender or sexual orientation. We also have established appeal processes to promote transparency and accountability.

To support families, USJ has a generous maternity and paternity paid leave policy for the staff. USJ established a partnership with a nursery that provides childcare facilities at reduced rates for our staff, making it easier for parents to choose to actively participate in the job market.

In the 2023-2024 academic year, 57.73% of our total student body was female, 26.59% of our total staff was female, and 21.25% of our staff in senior positions were female.

DEDICATION TO ADVANCING GENDER EQUALITY

During the academic year 2023-2024, USJ organised various events and initiatives designed to create an inclusive and equitable learning environment that promotes gender equality for all. One of these initiatives was a workshop organised through a partnership between the Macao Language Exchange and Culture Promotion Association (LECPA) and the USJ Green Committee titled “Gender & Culture.” Additionally, a talk presented by USJ’s female Vice-rector, Dr. Teresa, was also conducted to celebrate the International Women’s Day. These initiatives highlight our dedication to advancing gender equality and supporting women in leadership roles.