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The University of Pavia is committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all students, faculty, and staff.

We firmly stand against all forms of gender-based violence, harassment, and racism,
recognizing that such behaviours undermine the dignity, well-being, and success of individuals within our academic community.

Gender-based violence and harassment —whether physical, emotional, verbal, or online—
have no place in our institution. We condemn all acts that perpetuate discrimination, intimidation, or harm based on gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation. 
Similarly, racism in any form is unacceptable. Discrimination based on race, ethnicity, or cultural background has long-lasting impacts on individuals and communities.  As an academic institution, we have a responsibility to ensure that every individual is treated with
fairness and respect.

We encourage open dialogue, education, and proactive measures to prevent harm and address grievances.

Abusive and violent behaviour of students towards other students for reasons of gender, race, ethnicity, or cultural background will not be tolerated and will lead to university disciplinary procedure and potentially legal reporting.

National Resources

Numero Anti Violenza E Stalking (Help Line Violence and Stalking)
Tel. 1522
URL. https://www.1522.eu/
Available nationwide in Italy, free, anonymous, and active 24H. Helpline is available in Italian, English, French, Spanish and Arabic. 
The 1522 can also be contacted via chat by downloading the app 1522 or by going to the website.

The University of Pavia has created  an Anti-Violence Desk, a free and confidential space for listening and support, managed by the LiberaMente Anti-Violence Centre – Social Cooperative Onlus of Pavia. Here is the link, with timetable and contact numbers. 

The Equal Opportunities Committee (C.U.G. – Comitato Unico di Garanzia) of the University of Pavia (cug@unipv.it) is the body responsible for promoting and monitoring the implementation of the principles of equality, equal opportunities, and non-discrimination, addressing all forms of direct and indirect discrimination.
 

Established pursuant to Article 21 of Law No. 183 of 4 November 2010, the C.U.G. brings together the functions previously assigned to the Equal Opportunities and Anti-Mobbing Committees, operating in accordance with national guidelines and in coordination with the Vice-Rector for Student Affairs and the Right to Education (prorettorato.persona@unipv.it).
Among its services:

Confidential Counsellor, for reporting and support in situations of workplace distress
(consiglieradifiducia@unipv.it). This role, provided for by national regulations and the University’s codes of conduct, operates with full independence and confidentiality to prevent,
address, and help resolve cases of harassment, mobbing, and discrimination through listening, advisory support, and mediation.
 

Lastly, the University of Pavia, through its CUG, takes part in the TODES Network, a territorial inter-institutional network established to prevent and combat violence and
discrimination related to sexual orientation and gender identity, while promoting a culture of respect, inclusion and shared responsibility. More information can be found here.