The aim of HAWK´s gender equality policies is to promote the actual realisation of equal opportunities for all genders and to eliminate existing disadvantages.

HAWK´s Equal Opportunities Office provides support and implements measures to

  • reduce gender-related underrepresentation (staff, committees and students),
  • promote the professional development of women,
  • integrate gender issues into teaching and research,
  • improve the balance between career, studying and family responsibilities,
  • prevent sexual harassment and gender-based discrimination and violence.