INTEC implements gender equality and equity policy
El Instituto Tecnológico de Santo Domingo seeks to promote an inclusive and equitable environment in its university community
SANTO DOMINGO. - The Instituto Tecnológico de Santo Domingo (INTEC) established a “Gender Equality and Equity Policy for an Inclusive and Fair Culture”, with the aim of promoting an inclusive and equitable environment within its university community. This policy will guarantee equal opportunities and eliminate any type of discrimination based on gender, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, political or philosophical opinion, religion, social status, among others.
The development of this initiative, in which the university welcomes the participation of the Igualando RD Seal in coordination with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) and the Ministry of Women.
The "Gender Equality and Equity Policy for an Inclusive and Fair Culture” It is structured around five fundamental pillars that cover: guaranteeing equitable access, promoting training in equality and gender equity and diversity, fostering conciliation and co-responsibility, creating a safe and violence-free environment and promoting inclusive communication.
Julio Sánchez Maríñez, rector of INTEC, stressed the importance of this policy as part of the transformation towards a more inclusive university. “Gender equality and equity is not only a legal and moral commitment, but also a catalyst for sustainable development and progress in our society,” he explained.
Through these guidelines, INTEC is committed to ensuring a safe and violence-free work and study environment, guaranteeing equal participation and leadership opportunities for women, promoting work-life balance, and implementing training programs on gender equity and diversity.
Along with the Policy, two essential protocols were approved to reinforce its implementation: one aimed at addressing and managing situations of violence, and another focused on addressing and preventing harassment. The protocol for addressing violence establishes clear mechanisms to identify, address and support affected people, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. For its part, the protocol on addressing harassment details procedures to prevent, detect and sanction inappropriate behavior, promoting a culture of respect and equity at all levels of the organization.
These actions respond to INTEC's vision of staying at the forefront in promoting gender equality as a fundamental pillar of its academic and social mission, aligned with the National Plan for Equality and Gender Equity 2020-2023 (PLANEG III), National Development Strategy 2030 and Sustainable Development GoalsIt also allows you to get closer to your strategic objective of achieving the RD Equaling Seal.
This effort encompasses the entire INTEC community, including students, teachers, administrative staff, active students, graduates, directors, officials, regents and external partners, who will participate in building a culture of respect, diversity and equity.
INTEC will evaluate the impact of the policy through periodic reviews, ensuring its effectiveness and adaptation to the changing needs of the community.
The initiative is part of compliance with the General Statutes of INTEC approved in 2019, the Administrative Regulations, approved by the Academic Council through Resolution No. 20171129-72/120 in 2018; as well as the Teaching Staff Regulations, approved by the Academic Council through resolution 20240412-12/39 of 2024, Disciplinary Regulations and Student Coexistence Rules, approved by resolution 20230720-23/73 in 2023. It has also used as a reference the provisions of the Labor Code Law 16-92, in order to guarantee and ensure working conditions.