Our commitment
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Promote the inclusion and protection of minorities, prevent discrimination and combat harassment and violence at all levels (sexual, sexist and moral).
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Support freedom of association and the effective recognition of collective bargaining, contribute to the abolition of all forms of forced and compulsory labour, including the effective abolition of child labour.
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Ensure that the amount of remuneration is determined taking into account the quantity, nature and quality of the work, observing the principle that equal pay for equal work.
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In the preparation and execution of public contracts, ensure respect for the general principles deriving from the Constitution, the Treaties of the European Union and the Code of Administrative Procedure, in particular the principles of legality, the pursuit of the public interest, impartiality, proportionality, good faith, the protection of trust, sustainability and responsibility, as well as the principles of competition, publicity and transparency, equal treatment and non-discrimination, ensuring that economic operators comply with applicable social, labour, environmental, gender equality and anti-corruption rules arising from international, European, national or regional law.
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Stimulate and boost creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship, contributing to the acceleration of business ideas and supporting the creation of spin-offs and start-ups, as well as promoting the transfer of the knowledge and technologies developed.
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Provide safe and inclusive working environments, with decent working conditions.
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Develop and implement policies and practices for reconciling work, family and personal life.
Did you know?
The University of Coimbra has a Workers' Committee [content in Portuguese] that aims to defend the collective interest and individual rights of its workers, so that they can have an active voice in their professional lives and in reconciling them with their personal lives and in the management and organisation of the university, while respecting the rights and duties of all.
In order to promote the employability of its students, the University of Coimbra offers various forms of support, such as internship and job opportunities, career counselling, capacity building and training, a Job Fair, and the Job Teaser x UC Employment Portal, which allows interaction with recruiting institutions.
The University of Coimbra promotes entrepreneurship and innovation by offering training opportunities, competitions, projects and support in this area.