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You are on the website of the Equality and Diversity Unit of TecnoCampus. Here you will find a collection of activities, data and current news that aim to promote equal opportunities, inclusion and respect for all identities and realities within the campus.

From its commitment to the university, the unit works to promote awareness, promote initiatives and give voice to the TecnoCampus community on issues such as gender equality, sexual and emotional diversity, menstrual health or the prevention of gender-based violence.

If you are interested in being part of this project or want to propose new ideas, you can be part of the Equality and Diversity committee, explained below, or contact us by email:
equalitydiversity@tecnocampus.cat

Everything you need to know about the TFG Awards

The Awards for the best Final Degree Projects with a gender perspective they aim to recognize and promote university research committed to equality and non-discrimination.

These awards aim to highlight the TecnoCampus student work that address issues related to gender equality, diversity or social inequalities, as well as those that integrate the gender perspective in a transversal way in its approach, methodology or analysis.

With this initiative, the Equality and Diversity Unit search promote the incorporation of a gender perspective in academic research and value the role of students as agent of change for a more just, equitable and inclusive society.

Accedeix des d'aquí on the basis of the II Awards for the best Final Degree Projects in promoting the gender perspective at TecnoCampus.

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We present the TFG Awards with a Gender Perspective 👩🏻‍🎓👨🏻‍🎓

With the aim of promoting the incorporation of the gender perspective in a transversal and interdisciplinary manner in the academic work of the TecnoCampus, last Thursday, December 12, the delivery of the TFG Awards with a Gender Perspective.

These awards want to recognize those works that promote gender equality, addressing issues such as diversity, inclusion and equity, or integrating this perspective in an innovative way in their content.

The winning work of Raul Casillas has been recognized with a financial endowment of 500 euros, with the support of the TecnoCampus Equality and Diversity Unit, thus reaffirming the center's commitment to equality and social values.

II TFG Awards for the promotion of research with a gender perspective

The bases for the II Awards for the best Final Degree Thesis in promoting research with a gender perspective are now available.

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👉 To stay up to date with all the news and details, follow us on our social networks (@igualtat_diversitat_tecnocampus) and access the registrations aquí

The Parliament of Catalonia approves the new law for the eradication of LGTBI-phobia

El Parlament de Catalunya approved, Wednesday 17 of December, with the support of 80% of the room, a new one law for the eradication of LGTBI-phobia, which consolidates and expands people's rights LGBTIQA+ in Catalan territory. This approval represents a step forward in the effective protection of human rights and in the fight against any form of discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

The legal text incorporates a intersectional view and includes relevant measures such as right to gender self-determination, the strengthening the sanctioning regime against LGTBI-phobic behaviors, prioritization of housing for people who suffer LGTBI-phobic violence in the family environment, as well as the establishment of mandatory protocols against LGBTI-phobia in the sports field.

At TecnoCampus, we celebrate this legislative milestone and reaffirm our commitment to building a more inclusive society. fair, inclusive and free from discrimination.

Source: Parliament approves new law to fight LGBTI-phobia Parliament of Catalonia (Sergi Ramos Ladevesa). 2025

About us

The Equality and Diversity Unit is a specialized university service, competent in matters of gender equality policies.

Composition of the Equality and Diversity Unit:

  • Head of the Unit, a position currently held by the Sub-Directorate of relations with students and social commitment
  • Member of the Equality Commission appointed by the General Directorate at the proposal of the Directorate of the Equality Unit, who will perform the functions of Equality referent.
  • Member of the Equality Commission appointed by the General Directorate at the proposal of the Directorate of the Equality Unit, who will perform the functions of Equality technician and secretary of the Equality Commission.

Where do we participate? TecnoCampus is part of the UPF's Equality Policy Committee and, as a member of the committee, endorses the University's commitment to gender equality policies, both in promoting the effective equality of women and men as in guaranteeing the rights of people in the LGBTI community.

The Student Equality and Diversity Committee aims to create an open space for participation that aims to promote equal opportunities, inclusion and respect for all identities and realities. The committee works to promote awareness, promote initiatives and give students a voice on issues such as gender equality, sexual and emotional diversity, menstrual health or the prevention of gender-based violence.

Take part!
If you are interested in being part of this project or want to propose new ideas, you can register or contact us by email:
equalitydiversity@tecnocampus.cat

The Technical Commission on sexual harassment and harassment on the grounds of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression is permanent and is responsible for the application of the procedure of technical and specialized performance collected in the Protocol to prevent and resolve conflicts over gender-based violence, homophobia, biphobia and transphobia, as well as the monitoring of measures. 

Composition of the Technical Commission:

  • Director of the Equality and Diversity Unit
  • A member of the General Secretariat specializing in legal matters, or the person delegating it.
  • The Director of the People Management Area or the person to whom he / she delegates to be a specialist in occupational risk prevention.
  • A psychologist specializing in sexual harassment appointed by the Director-General.

TecnoCampus Equality Observatory

This space is dedicated to providing up-to-date information and data on the state of equality both in our university and in the world of work in different areas.

In 2011, the Equality Plan was approved, which defined the gender policy of TecnoCampus and which has served to guide the line of work to be followed in subsequent years in terms of equality and non-discrimination on the grounds of gender or sexual identity.

The II TecnoCampus Equality Plan is currently in force, which contains the Protocol to prevent and resolve conflicts in matters of gender-based violence, homophobia, biphobia and transphobia. Its essential purpose is to incorporate an integrated approach to the promotion of equal opportunities between women and men throughout university activity.

The implementation of this Equality Plan and the Protocol for Equality does not only mean a mere formal compliance with current regulations, but also involves assuming with conviction the equality of women and men as a priority and a governing principle of the University. 

The II Equality Plan was approved on December 27, 2019 by resolution of the General Directorate 96/2019.

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The protocol for preventing and resolving conflicts in matters of gender-based violence, homophobia, bi-phobia and transphobia aims to establish the essential criteria, of a minimum nature, for managing behaviours perceived as discriminatory, violent or sexual harassment, on the grounds of sex or by reason of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression within the scope of direction and organisation of the administrative or academic unit of affiliation of the person or persons who are the subject, and in the exercise of their professional or educational activity or as a consequence thereof.
 
The Protocol for the Prevention and Resolution of Conflicts on Gender-Based Violence, Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia is included as an annex to the II TechnoCampus Equality Plan.

From the Equality Unit, we are pleased to share and disseminate the Guide for the Non-Sexist Use of Language in Physiotherapy, prepared by the College of Physiotherapists of Catalonia, with all the students of the Degree in Physiotherapy and the Double qualification Degree in Physiotherapy and Degree in Sciences of Physical Activity and Sport. This document is a fundamental tool that promotes the inclusive and equitable use of language in the field of physiotherapy, reaffirming the commitment to equality and diversity. We appreciate the collaboration and support for the dissemination of this guide that contributes to building a more equal and respectful environment for everyone.

Guide for the non-sexist use of language in physiotherapy_2024 1.pdf

Discover the new guide dedicated to promoting healthy and sustainable menstruation. With practical advice, relevant information and useful resources, this guide will accompany you towards a more positive perspective on menstruation: 

 

We become the first menstrually responsible university in Catalonia. Video

February 26, 2024: Inauguration of the "Lilac Mailbox", a space to collect suggestions and complaints on equality issues.

Teachers from the Departments of Business and Health present in Valencia results on the application of the gender perspective in teaching

Signing of the collaboration agreement with Mataró LGTBI+ to strengthen the support and visibility of the group inside and outside the university.

Improved communications and coordination with the territorial administration to promote equality and diversity policies in the university environment.

2021

    • In February and March, the Equality Unit and the Healthy and Sustainable Campus Commission organized the "Cycle of health and gender conferences".
    • The sessions dealt with topics such as:
    • Biases in health and gender (February 23).
    • Sexuality and socio-affective relationships (March 3).
    • Mature sexuality (March 4).
    • Career, health and fertility (March 10).
    • From March 3 to 5, the first edition of the Barcelona Women Acceleration Week (BWAW) was held

2020

On May 5, 2020, an internal training on gender equality was held, taught by Dr. María de la Fuente, to raise awareness and promote good practices in diversity and inclusion.

2019

13 at 24 in May: Equality Week against LGBTIphobia organized by the Equality Unit of the UPF on the occasion of the International Day against LGBTIphobia (May 17).

• May 8: "Sexual abuse on university campuses" seminar organized by the Catalan Society of Victimology and the UPF, from 16:00 p.m. to 19:00 p.m. at the Ciutadella Campus.

• May 2: Brainstorming session "Let's make a new canon: feminine & feminist" led by Mª Àngels Cabré at the Mercè Rodoreda Auditorium of the UPF, at 12:30 p.m.

• March 16: HackGirl, an activity to encourage technological vocations in girls aged 12 to 18, from 10:00 a.m. to 18:00 p.m. at the TecnoCampus.

• March 8: Silent meeting on the occasion of International Women's Day at 14:00 in the TecnoCampus square, with purple clothes or accessories.

• March 7: Screening of the monologue "No solo duelen los golpes" by Pamela Palenciano at 11:00 at the Innolab of the TecnoCampus. Also "Pilars Femenins" activity from 14:00 to 14:30 in the TecnoCampus square.

• March 6: Information tent about the new Equality Commission of the Student Association, with ambient music, from 11:00 am to 14:00 pm in the TecnoCampus square.

2018

• March 8: Round Table on the occasion of International Women's Day, where topics such as the wage gap, quota policies, working hours, and gender roles and stereotypes in the professional world were discussed.

• Women's Conference "Give yourself a boost!": The "Dóna't un impuls" association held a day at TecnoCampus Mataró to promote networking, work-life balance and business training among women entrepreneurs and businesswomen.

• 25 November: International Day against Male Violence, with a participatory exhibition on male violence and a survey on the perception of inequality carried out at the TecnoCampus.

In the last decade, a broad regulatory framework on equality which promotes the adoption of measures to advance towards real and effective equality. Despite the progressive incorporation of women into universities —as students, teachers, researchers and members of administrative and service staff—, Gender biases and inequalities still persist in different areas of academic and professional life.

At the same time, society continues to reproduce stereotypes and restrictive norms on gender identity and expression, as well as on sexual diversity, which can give rise to specific forms of discrimination and violence towards the people in the group LGBTI +.Therefore, universities must expand their commitment and join the fight against gender inequality and sexist violence, fight against any expression of LGBTIphobia.


Only in this way can the principles of non-discrimination, respect and equal opportunities, ensuring that the university is a safe, free and open space, where each person can live, learn and develop fully.

Glossary of Terms

Discover key concepts about sexual and gender diversity to promote inclusion and understanding within our community

Gender identity

It is how a person internally identifies with respect to gender. This can be male, female or other non-binary identities. This identity may or may not match the sex assigned at birth.

Fluid gender

It refers to a transgender identity in which a person does not necessarily identify with a single gender, but may move between different gender identities over time.

Intersectionality

It is a perspective that analyzes how the different axes of inequality (such as gender, race, social class, sexual orientation, etc.) interact with each other, generating unique experiences of oppression or privilege.

sexual orientation

It refers to the emotional, romantic and/or sexual attraction that a person feels towards other people. This can be towards the same gender, the opposite gender or multiple genders (such as bisexual or pansexual people).

pansexuality

Emotional, romantic or sexual attraction to other people, regardless of gender. Unlike bisexuality, which focuses on two genders, pansexuality includes all gender identities.

Glossary of Barcelona City Council terms

See the personalised glossari complet of terms on sexual and gender diversity to expand your knowledge and promote a more inclusive space.

Feminist Virtual Shelf 📚✨

On the occasion of 8M, we are collaborating with the TecnoCampus Library to give visibility to a selection of e-books that address themes of feminism, equality and diversity. Through this virtual shelf, you will be able to access works that reflect on the role of women in history, literature, cinema, music and other disciplines. Accedeix des d'aquí!

LGBTBIQ+ flags

Explore the flags that represent the diversity and struggle of the LGTBIQ+ groups: asexual, bisexual, intersex, lesbian, lipstick lesbian, LGTBIQ+, lesbian movement, non-binary, pansexual, queer, trans and LGBT flags.

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Infographic available to carry out the name change intended for the center in the 2025-26 academic year. 

This procedure aims to guarantee the right of transsexual, transgender and intersex people to be called, at the Tecnocampus University Center, by the name corresponding to the gender with which they identify.

 

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