Equality, Diversity, Inclusion

Equal opportunities are an integral part of EPFL’s development and excellence policy. The Equal Opportunity Office is attached to the Vice Presidency for Human Development (VPH).

© Niels Ackermann / Lundi13 (2021)

EPFL’s equal opportunity policy is based on federal legislation, ETH Domain specific legislation, as well as on EPFL’s Development Plan and the agreement on objectives between EPFL and the ETH Board.

On this basis, together with its steering committee and in cooperation with faculties and services, the Equal Opportunity Office draws up action plans to foster equal opportunities.

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EPFL without Barriers | Inclusive Language | Inclusive Name Change | Gender Equality and Digital Transormation | Women in Science | Task Force Harassment

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Family and work-life

Child Care solutions, Financial Help, Parents Network and Legal Advice During Pregnancy

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Equality and careers

Courses, coaching, mentoring, events, for women. Dual Career Support, Implicit Bias Awareness Seminars,…

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Equal Opportunity & Diversity News

Mirjana Stojilović has been named the best teacher in the computer science section for 2025 - 2026 EPFL/Alain Herzog - CC-BY-SA 4.0

“I try to stay as close as possible to my students”

— Mirjana Stojilović had to teach in French soon after arriving at EPFL from Serbia. Language proved to be no obstacle for the engineer, who has been named the best teacher in the computer science section for 2025.

EPFL Campus - 2026 EPFL/Alain Herzog - CC-BY-SA 4.0

“An original and practical approach to reflecting on values”

— From 15 April to 30 May 2026, the EPFL community is invited to say what makes the institution unique and inspiring as a place to study and work. While participation has so far been below expectations, the contributions received are highly qualitative and rich in insight.

Ethical considerations are also deeply tied to time, context, and culture. ©iStok

The myth of neutrality in Generative AI

— As part of the Week of Action Against Racism, EPFL is exploring the issue of algorithmic discrimination. Ahead of a public conference on campus dedicated to the topic, we’ve taken a closer look at the “black box.”

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Equal Opportunity & Diversity Events

FLP Workshop: Practical Neuroscience Tools for Managing Difficult Conversations

 29.09.2026   09:0013:00

Speaker: Dr. Catherine Marselli has worked in project management and training in both corporate and academic environments. She graduated from EPFL and holds a PhD in Science from the University of Neuchâtel, as well as an MBA from the Neuchâtel School of Management. For several years, she has been interested in social cognitive neuroscience and behavioral economics. She uses the latest insights about how the brain works in her training programs, coaching activities, and management practice.
Location:  EPFL
Category: Internal trainings
Target audience: Informed public

Health Days 2026

 28.09.202608.10.2026  

Location:  Rolex Learning Center et Unil-Amphipôle
Category: Miscellaneous
Target audience: General public

FLP Coaching Group

 25.09.202630.11.2026  

Speaker: Dr. Ingrid Le Duc and Dr. Verity Elston
Location:  EPFL
Category: Internal trainings
Target audience: Informed public

FLP Workshop: Successful Networking

 01.10.2026   10:0016:00

Speaker: Susanne Matuschek, MATUSCHEK CONSULTING 22 yrs expertise in research funding, career development and networking with focus on women. More than 8yrs at the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) as Programme Manager CAREER Funding. Chair of European Working Groups on the topics «Research Career in Europe» and «Gender Issue». Since 2010 active in own company MATUSCHEK CONSULTING: Coaching & Workshops.
Location:  ONLINE
Category: Internal trainings
Target audience: Informed public

1 Year After Conference (2026 Edition)

 05.10.2026   11:0012:00

Speaker: Julia Ravagnani, CGC ’25, Technical Project Coordinator at Solar Impulse Foundation Cyril de Vaucleroy, EL ’25, PhD Candidate at EPFL Tugdual Kerjan, IN ’25, AI Engineer at Normal Computing Louis Flahault, MT ’25, Strategy and IT Consultant at OWT
Location:  STCC – Room 5BC
Category: Conferences – Seminars
Target audience: General public

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