Version: 1        Creation date: 10 April 2025       Last review date: -

Near East University is committed to ensuring equality, diversity and inclusion across all its activities.

The University explicitly prohibits discrimination, harassment, and victimisation and protects individuals against discrimination based on:

• Age
• Gender and gender reassignment
• Disability
• Race and ethnicity
• Religion or belief
• Sexual orientation
• Marriage and civil partnership
• Pregnancy and maternity
• Refugee and asylum seeker status

This policy applies to all students, staff and stakeholders and is publicly available.

1. Scope and Application
This policy applies to all members of the university community, including students, faculty, administrative staff, external partners, and visitors. It aligns with the university’s broader sustainability and human rights policies and supports its commitment to social justice and equal opportunity.

2. Protected Characteristics
The university explicitly prohibits discrimination, harassment, or victimization based on the following protected characteristics:

• Age
• Gender or gender reassignment
• Disability
• Race
• Religion or belief
• Sexual orientation
• Marriage and civil partnership
• Pregnancy and maternity
• Refugee and asylum seeker status
• Institutional commitment

Near East University ensures that its practices, procedures, and educational and employment policies reflect its dedication to DEI. The university regularly reviews its policies on anti-discrimination, gender equality, accessibility, and social inclusion to uphold compliance and progressive standards.

3. Monitoring and Implementation
The university’s senior leadership team and relevant administrative units oversee the implementation of this policy. Regular training, data monitoring, and stakeholder engagement activities are conducted to assess and strengthen DEI practices. Feedback mechanisms are in place to address concerns related to equity or discrimination.

This policy builds upon and integrates principles found in the university’s existing strategies on gender equality, non-discrimination, sustainability, and accessibility, available at:
https://kalite.neu.edu.tr/quality-policies/?lang=en

4. Review
This policy is reviewed regularly and updated as necessary.

5.Implementation and Commitment

Near East University is committed to the effective implementation and continuous improvement of its Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Policy across all areas of institutional activity.

To support this commitment, the University:

• Implements policies and procedures to ensure equal opportunities in education, employment, and research
• Provides training and awareness activities on equality, diversity, and inclusion for staff and students
• Promotes an inclusive and respectful campus environment that values diversity
• Ensures accessibility of facilities, services, and learning environments for individuals with disabilities
• Establishes mechanisms for reporting, monitoring, and addressing discrimination, harassment, or inequality
• Regularly reviews and updates its policies and practices in line with the Plan–Do–Check–Act (PDCA) cycle and international standards

The University maintains a strong institutional commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion, fairness, and respect, ensuring that all individuals can fully participate in academic and campus life.