SDG 5.6.1 Policy of non-discrimination against women
1. NCUE Regulations of Gender Equity Education
1. NCUE has established the National Changhua University of Education Regulations of Gender Equity Education. Article 5 clearly stipulates that the appointment, acceptance, and permission for enrollment for school personnel shall not differ based on gender or sexual orientation. For the contents of the regulations, please refer to the following:
As shown in Figure 2. Policy established: 2004. Policy reviewed: 2023.
Figure 2: Gender Equity Education Act of the Ministry of Education
2. CEDAW Training and Non-Discrimination Policy Enforcement
2. In accordance with the provisions of Article 6 of NCUE’s Regulations on the Implementation of Gender Equity Education, new personnel training and on-the-job training courses for faculty and staff held by the Personnel Office should include the content of gender equity education. Every year, the faculty and staff are required to participate in training on the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW). In 2025, the faculty, staff, and students of NCUE attended a total of 87 training sessions, either online or in person, related to the "CEDAW." This represents an increase of 2 sessions (2.4%) compared to 85 sessions in 2024. The total number of participants was 1,422, an increase of 144 people (11.27%) compared to 1,278 participants in 2024, as shown in Figure 3-6.
Figure 3: The number of faculty, staff, and students at our university attended CEDAW-related workshops and seminars in 2025 increased by 11.27%
Figure 4. In response to the Ministry of Education's Gender Equality Education Day on April 28, 2025, NCUE focused on Article 10 "Education" of CEDAW as the main theme. Through promoting gender mainstreaming within the campus, NCUE aimed to evaluate legislation, policies, and programs through planned actions. These actions were designed to assess the impact on both men and women across all areas and levels, echoing the principles of CEDAW. The event saw enthusiastic participation from faculty, staff, and students, with a total of 679 participants.
Figure 5. On October 31 and November 13, 2025, in support of the United Nations International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and the White Ribbon Campaign, NCUE held two sessions of the “Baisha Gender Film Festival.” The anti-harassment and anti-discrimination film “Caught in the Net” was screened, followed by post-screening discussions facilitated by invited speakers. A total of 243 participants attended the two events.
Figure 6: NCUE has a policy of non-discrimination against women. Through introducing and showcasing outstanding works by female directors from both domestic and international sources, we aim to encourage audiences to reflect on the situation of women around the world and explore ways to eliminate discrimination against women. The goal is to create a gender-inclusive and respectful environment. There was enthusiastic participation from faculty, staff, and students, with a total of 149 participants
NCUE faculty and staff participate in training programs in support of the university's policy of non-discrimination against women, as shown in Figure 7.
Figure 7: On May 22, 2025, NCUE collaborated with Changhua Dream House to host a celebrity lecture titled “STRIKE! A Perfect Match,” featuring Professor Wang Yi-Han from the Department of Guidance and Counseling. Through an interview-style dialogue, the lecture explored the gender-related challenges women face in sports and the workplace. The content echoed the principles of the CEDAW. NCUE faculty and staff also attended this CEDAW-related training session, demonstrating their support for the University's policy of non-discrimination against women. The event attracted a full audience, with every seat occupied.
