Nord University aims to be an inclusive and diverse university where everyone is valued and has equal opportunities. Therefore, Nord actively works to promote equality, inclusion, and diversity among our employees and students. The working and learning environment at Nord University should reflect the diversity of society, and there should be space for everyone, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, functional ability, religion and belief, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other factors that may lead to discrimination or exclusion. All employees and students at Nord University should feel that Nord is a safe place to work and study!
Purpose
The Equality, Inclusion, and Diversity Committee is appointed by the Rector and serves as an advisory body to the university's leadership on all matters related to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
The committee acts as a resource to promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in a comprehensive and effective manner within the institution.The purpose of the committee is to promote genuine equality at Nord University, regardless of gender, ethnicity, functional ability, religion, belief, age, sexual orientation, or other factors that may lead to discrimination or unequal treatment.
Function and Responsibilities
The committee:
- Shall develop an action plan for equality, diversity, and inclusion and ensure its implementation.
- Shall submit an annual report to the university leadership.
- May request reports from faculties on specific areas.
- May initiate seminars, lectures, and similar events, and may independently review and comment on relevant issues.
Composition
The committee shall have six members:
- Two employee representatives appointed by the main union representatives, with a four-year term.
- Two employer representatives appointed by the Rector, with a four-year term.
- Two student representatives appointed by the student organization, with a one-year term.
A designated deputy is appointed for each regular member. Both members and deputies may be reappointed for a new term after the expiration of their original term.
Deputies for student representatives are organized in a prioritized list of alternates.
The committee elects its own chair from among the employee or employer representatives. The chair should generally serve for a minimum of two years but no longer than a total of four years.
Secretariat
The HR department serves as the secretariat for the committee.
Compensation for Student Members
Student representatives receive meeting compensation based on hourly records for meeting time and preparation, in accordance with state rates.
Students are compensated per hour spent in meetings and are additionally granted two hours of preparation time, following the applicable rates
Name and role Department/faculty Yan Zhao, member FSV Ketil Eiane, member Research and development Guro Skjetne, chair FSH Elena Dybtsyna, member HHN - Students - Students Substitutes:
Name Substitute for Gøril Ursin, dean FSH Yan Zhao Levi Gårseth-Nesbakk, prorector education Ketil Eiane Torill Beate Risøy, FLU Guro Skjetne Kai-Martin Johnsen, Education Elena Dybtsyna Ahmed Algharib, student - Ahmed Algharib, student - Committee Secretary: Synne Lind
Meetings 2025:
- 27 January 09:30 (Teams)
- 4 March 12:30 (Teams)
- 9 May 12:30 (Teams)
- 2 September 11:00 (Teams)
- 3 September 12:00 (Teams)
Feel free to get in touch if you wish to participate in meetings or if you have input on matters that the committee should consider.
Support for EDI initiatives:
Do you have an idea or initiative that could promote equality, diversity, and inclusion at the university? The EDI Committee (LIM-utvalget) may be able to support initiatives that contribute to a more inclusive and diverse work and learning environment. Get in touch with the committee to learn more!
Plan of action:
Plan of Action for Equality, Inclusion, and Diversity at Nord University 2025 - 2028
