Inclusion and Diversity

The Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps programmes (2021–2027) play a key role in developing more inclusive and cohesive societies in Europe, capable of growing in diversity. They promote equal opportunities, equal access, inclusion, diversity, and equity through their actions. The Inclusion and Diversity Strategy, seeks to establish fair access to the Erasmus+ programme for all individuals. It consists of specific objectives, target groups, inclusion approaches, and methods, for monitoring the strategy’s implementation. Inclusion of people facing access barriers, promotion of equal access to Erasmus+ programs, and capacity building are the main objectives. Due to the numerous benefits of inclusion, the University of West Attica, as an inclusive university, has established a strategy where, in its fully accessible facilities, everyone is welcomed, feels valued, included, and respected. 

• Accessible spaces, premises and parking for people with disabilities (lifts, ramps)
• Accessibility services in UniWA’s libraries (work stations for people with disabilities)
• Healthcare and medical clinics for students and staff
• Best practices for handling healthy restaurants’ meals and following the Mediterranean eating pattern, inclusive of medical, religious, ethnic and philosophical concerns (three free meals per day for all students, alternative choices to cover all needs)
• New partnerships that enhance university’s commitment to work with diverse populations
• Student advocacy service
• Psychosocial Support  and Research Laboratory in Councseling Psycosocial Support and Community Interventions
• Gender Equality and Anti-Discrimination Committee (G.E.A.C.)
• Multilingual inclusion officer
• Career counselling and guidance services
• Career liaison and innovation office that connects the University’s community with local and national authorities

Find the Inclusion and Diversity EU-strategy here