OBJECTIVES
OMNES Education is progressing to become a group where #health, #safety, #diversity, #equality and #inclusion are fully assured for all its students and employees.
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campuses are inclusive and friendly…
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of campuses respect gender equality.
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of employees & students trained in EDI topics.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Policy
In an increasingly unequal and diverse world, it is crucial to develop a comprehensive Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) policy that reflects and promotes inclusivity. This policy should aim to ensure gender equality by achieving a balanced representation of women and men, while implementing effective measures to prevent sexual and gender-based violence. Furthermore, it must promote diversity by fully integrating individuals from various cultural and social backgrounds, while also ensuring the inclusion of LGBTQ+ individuals and those with disabilities.
By adopting a holistic and inclusive approach, we can foster a safe, respectful, equitable, and inclusive work and study environment for everyone.
gender equality
Group Agreement on Professional Equality between Women and Men
Group Agreement on Professional Equality between Women and Men signed in 2023
In 2023, we signed an agreement to promote professional equality between women and men within our organization. This agreement marks a significant step forward in our commitment to equity and inclusion.
The main objectives of the agreement are to
- Reducing wage disparities
- Promoting diversity in positions of responsibility
- Improving working conditions
Furthermore, a Gender Equality Plan (GEP) has been developed to further advance our efforts and comply with European regulations. The GEP specifically emphasizes women’s access to leadership positions, training, the prevention of sexual and gender-based violence, and the integration of gender equality into our programs.
Gender Equality Committee
Gender Equality Committee
As part of the follow-up to the 2023 agreement, OMNES Education has established the EFH Pro Committee. This committee is tasked with evaluating the results related to gender equality and will propose new measures for progress to the governing bodies. It will ensure effective internal communication and collaborate with experts to continually enhance our practices in support of gender equality.
Actions to promote gender equality and combat sexism in the workplace
OMNES Education joins initiatives to promote gender equality and combat sexism in the workplace
- The Global Compact Accelerator for Gender Equality, an initiative that brings together 650 organizations and companies worldwide, aims to advance Sustainable Development Goal 5.
- The UN Women Empowerment Principles (WEPS) program, which commits to seven key principles in support of gender equality in the corporate sector.
- In January 2025, OMNES will join the #StopE initiative against everyday sexism in the workplace, a project led by the French Association of Diversity Managers (AFMD), of which it is a member.
FOCUS ON ‘GIRLS AND SCIENCE
Encouraging gender diversity in the tech professions
Hello Tech Girl, a program launched by our engineering school ECE, enables middle-school girls to meet our future female engineering graduates. This sponsorship gives them the opportunity to discover how an engineering school works, as well as the different studies and careers possible in this field. For a hands-on immersion experience, the schoolgirls and their mentors visit four partner companies together, and talk with female engineers.
disability inclusion
500
Students with
disabilities
42
Disability advisors
trained
To train the managers of tomorrow, we rely on diversity and its richness. We encourage the integration of students from all backgrounds, with varied social situations and profiles. We are actively involved in equal opportunities and access to education for all.
We have set up a network of 42 trained disability advisors on all our campuses. Their missions include :
- Guidance for disabled students before and during their studies.
- Ongoing psychological support.
- Coordination of a multidisciplinary team to draw up the Disabled Student Support Plan (PAEH).
Together, they make the necessary decisions. All the school’s services are available at every key moment: registration, entrance exams, campus life, exams, work experience, study abroad, etc.
The group has also implemented an agreement approved by the DRIEETS, which will strengthen our Disability Mission and enable training and support for employees with disabilities.
LGBT + inclusion
At OMNES, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our staff, faculty, and students. We ensure equal rights and fair treatment, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
Aware that LGBT-phobia persists in higher education and beyond, we actively support those who are victims of discriminatory words or actions, contributing to a more inclusive society.
Actions are set up in collaboration with our expert partner l’Autre Cercle :
- LGBT+ inclusion training for employees and students.
- Taking stock of the situation on our campuses and setting up an action plan for progress
- Set up a network of EDI referents in schools.
- Signature in 2025 of the ‘Higher Education LGBT+ Commitment Charter’.
Health & well-being
for students & employees
Ensuring a safe, inclusive and caring learning and working environment is a priority for OMNES Education, to guarantee the well-being of all our communities.
To this end, a comprehensive GBSV prevention program has been set up in all schools. Psychological units and a free medical hotline are also available to students.
For employees, a QLWC plan for each department and school has been co-constructed and is currently being rolled out with a team of dedicated project managers. In addition, a hotline is available 24 hours a day, and HR advisors are on hand to support employees.
Gender-Based & Sexual Violence
To protect our students and employees from all forms of violence and discrimination, we have set up a comprehensive system to prevent and deal with gender-based and sexual violence (GBSV) on all our campuses.
This device includes :
- Training of a network of GBSV referents: 20 GBSV referents have been trained from among employee managers, those in charge of community life and student members of the BDE, spread across 15 campuses. In all, 450 people have been trained to better understand and manage these situations.
- “BeSignal” reporting platforms: Available since 2024 on all campuses, these platforms make it easy and secure to report any incident of GBSV or discrimination.
- Case processing: Implementation of specific measures to deal with reported cases.
This initiative aims to guarantee a safe and inclusive environment for all our students and employees, by ensuring effective and caring handling of GBSV situations. We are committed to maintaining and strengthening this system to prevent all forms of violence and discrimination.
psychological helpline
In an ever-changing educational environment, our priority is to offer comprehensive support, both pedagogical and personal. Aware of the challenges students can face, we have put in place tools to support them at every stage of their journey.
We offer :
- A psychological and listening unit available 24/7.
- Sessions with a psychologist on some campuses.
- EDI referents (disability, VSS, inclusion…) are available on each campus.
The hotline is also available to employees.
QLWC
Since January 2024, an ambitious Quality of Life and Working Conditions (QLWC) approach has been in place, marking a decisive turning point for employee well-being and improved working conditions. To date, 23 action plans have been deployed in 15 schools, 10 campuses and 5 departments, under the supervision of 24 specialized project managers.
Examples of actions implemented :
- Intervention by professionals on stress management.
- Creation of a charter to guarantee the right to disconnect: introduction of “Focus Fridays.”
- Establishment of regular exchange and information sessions to present the Group’s key challenges to all employees and celebrate successes.
- Organization of inverted Executive Committees (CODIR) to encourage dialogue between different stakeholders.
