Diversity at ETH Zurich
We are committed to offering every ETH member the same opportunities to study, do research and work successfully at ETH Zurich.
Current Topics and events
Sexual Harassment Awareness Day 2024
All information about this year's programme and the Zoom link for the online talk can be found here.
New guides for sustainable and inclusive events
The three guides for “Sustainable and Inclusive Events” support organisers of ETH events in making a contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals. They include measures on environmental aspects, diversity and accessibility.
Equality Monitoring 2023
Equality Monitoring 2023 is now online and available in an interactive format for the first time. To the results 2023
Apply for a Robert Gnehm Grant
Researchers and technical-administrative staff with young children can apply for a Robert Gnehm Grant to cover additional expenses for childcare, e.g. for conference visits or further education. For 2024 there are in total 15 grants. Apply now!
Inclusive Language
Everything you need to know about gender-sensitive and non-discriminatory language at universities and ETH Zurich can be found on our new subpage.
Good to Know
Gender-neutral toilets
In Switzerland and at ETH, everyone is permitted to use the toilets that correspond with their gender identity. If you prefer gender-neutral toilets, please find a detailed list here.
Gender/Diversity Balance at Conferences
Gender/diversity balance at conferences facilitates a broad range of topics in your field and the discussion among experts. The Equal! Checklist Download«Organising a Conference? How to Make it Gender/Diversity Balanced» (PDF, 60 KB) contains practical hints for organising a conference and further readings.
ABC of Inclusion in Teaching
This ABC is intended to support lecturers to improve how they interact with a diverse group of students.
Compatibility of work and care at ETH Zurich
ETH Zurich likes to show its positive appreciation for its employees with caring responsibilities and endeavours to help them to combine working and caring. Here you find further information on recommendations for employees with care responsibilities by ETH Zurich.
Maternity Conversation Guidelines
Whether you are expecting a baby and have a few questions about your rights and duties as an employee and expectant mother, or you are a supervisor who wants to find out about the rules and regulations that are in place at ETH Zurich, you will find a summary of the most important information here.