About working on diversity and inclusion at the Faculty of Humanities ‘The recurrent theme is that inclusion has become more important. Although we’re also still working on diversity, we’ve increased our focus on making sure that our people feel at home and receive the support they need. That perspective is key. If you make sure … Continue reading The FGw’s inclusion and diversity team: invest in appropriate student support
Pride University August 2-6
Due to the new Corona measures, the big celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Pride has been postponed for a year. The large street and square parties and the boat parade are cancelled. However, small activities will continue, such as the Pride Walk on August 7 and the street party in Reguliersdwarsstraat. For an … Continue reading Pride University August 2-6
Meet Your Mentor Spring Edition
Discover what exactly you want, which master’s to choose, which beliefs influence your choices, how to stay true to yourself and at the same time profile your talents. These are merely some of the challenges Dutch Black students, students of colour and/or first-generation students come across when exploring the job market. The second reflection session … Continue reading Meet Your Mentor Spring Edition
Launch: New website for students with a disability
In order to better inform students with a disability or chronic illness about the possibilities and/or (financial) facilities available, the Expertise Center for Inclusive Education (ECIO) launched the website http://www.hogeronderwijstoegankelijk.nl. Many students are not or hardly aware of the possible facilities for support during their studies. With this national information point, the expertise center wants … Continue reading Launch: New website for students with a disability
CDO Magazine: 2020 annual report and 2020 plan
Check out the online magazine We are proud to present the second edition of the Chief Diversity Officer magazine, containing the 2020 annual report and 2021 plan: Discrimination and decolonization. You can read about our priorities and milestones, learn more about our focus points for 2021, see the overview of our workshops and more. You … Continue reading CDO Magazine: 2020 annual report and 2020 plan
Sexual violence at the university
Content note: This blog post will address issues of sexual violence and assault.Dear UvA Community, You may have seen the recent findings from an Amnesty International report on Sexual Violence, which stated that one tenth of female students in the Netherlands are raped during their studies. The study finds that 11% of students who identify … Continue reading Sexual violence at the university
How will you celebrate and commemorate Keti Koti?
On July 1st, in the Netherlands, Suriname and the ABCSSS islands we celebrate and commemorate the abolition of slavery, also known as Keti Koti. On this day the living descendants of enslaved peoples celebrate the end of slavery, commemorate their ancestors, and practice tapping into Black joy. Keti Koti, which is a phrase from Suriname … Continue reading How will you celebrate and commemorate Keti Koti?
Our Bodies Our Voice in the media: Eenvandaag and Op1NPO
Claudia Dictus, chairperson of Stichting Our Bodies Our Voice, was interviewed by both Eenvandaag and Op1NPO about sexual abuse among students.Claudia: "I want to protect others who are going through it, I want to help them look for help. I'm trying to teach teachers and advisors at universities how to deal with a victim, what … Continue reading Our Bodies Our Voice in the media: Eenvandaag and Op1NPO
Student Disability Platform is looking for a new name
The Student Disability Platform is a student-run platform of the University of Amsterdam that actively works to create a more accessible and inclusive university experience for everyone. We do so by offering help to students with support needs (due to ADHD, being on the autism spectrum, depression, audiovisual issues, diabetes, physical disability and/or other support … Continue reading Student Disability Platform is looking for a new name
Hostile Welcome: Anti-LGBTQI+ violence in the Dutch asylum procedure
Despite having come to the Netherlands to find refuge, LGBTQI+ asylum seekers are often confronted with high levels of violence and discrimination during the asylum procedure. Drawing on accounts from LGBTQI+ asylum seekers, activists, and academics, this webinar aims to shine a light on anti-LGBTQI+ violence during the asylum procedure, asking what the causes and … Continue reading Hostile Welcome: Anti-LGBTQI+ violence in the Dutch asylum procedure