Ambition

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at the heart of the TU Delft

Why do we prioritize DE&I?

As a leading STEM university, we believe that optimising equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) is the right thing to do. It is our moral duty to be equally accessible to all. It is also our responsibility to offer an inclusive campus where everyone can take part in the organisation and feel they belong. 

Equity, diversity and inclusion enhances wellbeing, which is required for optimal creativity and productivity, and therefore enriches innovation and the societal impact of our university. Moreover, diversity is broadly recognized as an asset that provides a pathway for world class research and innovation and strengthens our commitment to excellence. 

TU Delft seeks to develop the expertise of tomorrow’s engineering leaders. By providing an inclusive environment and by developing basic principles and skills for equity, diversity and inclusion we enable students’ positive change in their communities through their professional and personal leadership, we expect our engineers to become inclusive leaders and contribute to social coherence in the society of the future.

Definitions

Diversity is the representation of different people and acknowledges and encourages individual visual and non-visual differences. 

Inclusion is the act of welcoming, supporting, respecting, and valuing all individuals and groups.

Equity relates to correcting imbalances. Ensuring fair access to opportunities and resources while taking into consideration individual’s barriers or privileges and eliminating systemic barriers and privileges.

Social safety is an environment people are treated with respect, nobody feels unsafe and everyone can develop their talents. People can voice their opinions, concerns, dilemmas and complaints without feeling unheard or intimidated. 

Belongingness is the sense of feeling as an essential or important part of the organization.