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Center for Gender, Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI)

Center for GEDSI UNU Yogyakarta creates a campus that supports gender equality, disability rights, and vulnerable groups through capacity building programs, inclusive facilities, sexual violence prevention, and national-international collaboration

Progress We've Made

These numbers tell the story of transformation we've created together with the community


300+

Activities Involving Internal and External Partners


21+

Media coverage related to GEDSI


20+

Services for disabled students


40+

Strategic Collaboration


18+

GEDSI and inclusion-based proposals, research and community development


96+

Capacity building activities on GEDSI issues and inclusion


Snapshot of Our Initiatives

A glimpse into our innovation journey creating real solutions

Empowering Disability Inclusion
Empowering Disability Inclusion

Our Commitment to Inclusion and Equality

We are committed to creating an inclusive and equal academic environment through comprehensive programs that uphold gender justice and social inclusion

  • Enhancing Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Perspectives and Practices

    Curriculum development, academic community capacity building, policy advocacy, research and publications

  • Improving Gender Equality and Social Inclusion-Based Facilities and Services

    Providing women, children, elderly and disability-friendly facilities through kids-corner, daycare, nursery room, and disability support services

  • Prevention and Handling of Sexual Violence in UNU Yogyakarta Environment

    Awareness through socialization and campaigns, training and workshops, and complaint services and sexual violence case referrals

  • Gender Equality, Social Inclusion and Anti-Violence Against Women Campaign

    Direct campaigns and through social media to increase public awareness about gender equality and anti-violence

  • Strengthening Networks and Collaboration in Gender Equality and Social Inclusion

    Partnerships with universities, civil society organizations, government and private institutions at local, national, and international levels

Beyond Borders: Building Bridges for Change

Our commitment to inclusion extends far beyond campus walls, connecting us with global partners who share our vision for a more equitable world.

  • International Gender Mainstreaming Workshops

    Leading global conversations on gender equality through international workshops in Davao, Philippines, demonstrating our commitment to advancing gender issues on the world stage

  • KAICIID Fellows Institutional Network Grant

    Awarded prestigious funding from the King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz International Center for Interreligious and Intercultural Dialogue, recognizing our excellence in promoting interfaith cooperation and dialogue

  • UK Partnership for Disability Inclusion

    Collaborating with The University of West England through British Council support to develop groundbreaking accessible policies and practices for people with disabilities in higher education