Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP) establishes its student admission framework through Rector’s Regulation Number 04 of 2022 concerning Student Admissions at Universitas Negeri Padang. This regulation provides a governance framework for student admissions based on the principles of fairness, transparency, accountability, and objectivity. These principles support an admission process that provides prospective students with opportunities to access higher education without discrimination based on gender or other social backgrounds.

In the context of gender equality, monitoring female student application and admission rates constitutes an important component of evaluating access to higher education. This monitoring involves analysing the number of female applicants in relation to the total applicant population, as well as the number and proportion of female applicants successfully admitted. The systematic management of admission data disaggregated by sex enables the institution to identify female participation patterns and assess potential disparities at the application and selection stages.

For 2025, gender-disaggregated application and admission data can inform institutional evaluations aimed at strengthening equal opportunities in higher education. The resulting analysis can provide an evidence base for developing admission policies that are more responsive to gender disparities and for strengthening inclusive and equitable educational governance. Accordingly, UNP’s student admission regulation provides a regulatory foundation for equitable access to higher education, while sex-disaggregated statistical reporting is necessary to demonstrate the systematic implementation of monitoring practices.

Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP) demonstrates its institutional commitment to fairness and non-discrimination in student admissions through Rector’s Regulation Number 04 of 2022 concerning Student Admissions at Universitas Negeri Padang. This regulation provides a formal framework governing student admission procedures, including the principles and processes of selection.

In implementation, the principles of fair and transparent admission provide a foundation for offering prospective students opportunities in accordance with the applicable selection requirements. From a gender equality perspective, these principles are relevant to ensuring that women have equal opportunities to apply and participate in selection processes for the academic programmes offered by UNP. The application of non-discrimination principles also supports objective and accountable admission governance.

Commitment to equitable access should encompass the entire student academic journey, from application and admission to participation in academic and non-academic activities. Accordingly, monitoring admission and student participation data disaggregated by sex can serve as an evaluative instrument for identifying potential gender disparities and informing appropriate corrective measures. Such an evidence-based approach can strengthen the effectiveness of institutional policies in supporting women's participation in higher education.

Through Rector’s Regulation Number 04 of 2022, UNP has an established regulatory foundation for supporting equitable student admission. This policy is relevant to broader efforts to promote equal opportunities in higher education and advance Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 5: Gender Equality. However, evidence of specific policies addressing women's participation, mentoring programmes, scholarships, or women-friendly facilities would require separate supporting documentation

Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP) demonstrates its commitment to advancing gender equality and promoting equitable access to higher education through the provision of scholarship programmes and financial assistance schemes. These initiatives are designed to reduce financial barriers to university participation and ensure that women have equal opportunities to access, pursue, and complete higher education, irrespective of their socioeconomic backgrounds.

Throughout 2025, UNP facilitated access to various scholarship programmes, including KIP Kuliah, ADik Scholarships, BAZNAS Scholarships, Bank Indonesia Scholarships, Bank Nagari Scholarships, BPI, KJMU, and other institutional and externally funded educational assistance programmes. These schemes provide financial support to eligible students, particularly those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, enabling them to participate in higher education without being disproportionately constrained by financial circumstances.

By extending these opportunities to female students, UNP contributes to strengthening women's educational participation, reducing gender-related barriers, and promoting inclusive academic development. The provision of scholarships and educational assistance forms part of the university's broader commitment to gender-responsive educational access, equal opportunities, and women's empowerment. Through these initiatives, UNP supports the principle that access to higher education should be determined by academic potential and individual aspirations rather than financial limitations or gender-based barriers.

Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP) is committed to providing equal opportunities for women to access higher education and encouraging their participation in all academic disciplines, including fields of study where women are underrepresented.

This institutional commitment is reflected in Rector Regulation of Universitas Negeri Padang No. 04 of 2022 concerning Student Admission at Universitas Negeri Padang. Chapter I, Article 2, stipulates that student admission must uphold the principle of fairness (adil), ensuring that applicants are not discriminated against based on religion, ethnicity, race, gender, age, social status, physical condition, or socioeconomic background. Through this regulation, UNP guarantees equal opportunities for female applicants to apply for and enrol in all academic programmes, including those where female representation remains relatively low.

In addition to this policy, UNP actively conducts university outreach through student admission socialisation and promotion activities to provide prospective students with information about higher education opportunities and academic programmes.

In 2025, UNP organised a series of Socialisation and Promotion of the National Selection for New Student Admissions (SNPMB) activities across West Sumatra. For example, on 3 February 2025, UNP held a socialisation event at the Auditorium of SMK Negeri 2 Bukittinggi. The event targeted school principals, guidance and counselling (BK) teachers, and students from senior high schools (SMA), vocational high schools (SMK), and Islamic senior high schools (MA) under Education Branch Office Region I, covering Bukittinggi, Padang Panjang, and Agam Regency.

Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP) demonstrates its institutional commitment to gender equality and the protection of its academic community against discriminatory practices through Rector’s Regulation Number 19 of 2023 on Equal Assurance within Universitas Negeri Padang. This regulation establishes a formal institutional framework for promoting equality, non-discrimination, inclusivity, and respect for human rights. Its implementation covers academic and non-academic activities, including student admission, teaching and learning, academic assessment, research, community engagement, and university governance.

Through Articles 3, 5, and 6, UNP establishes equal access to education, services, facilities, and opportunities for all members of its academic community. The regulation explicitly prohibits discrimination based on ethnicity, race, religion, gender, disability, or other backgrounds. It also addresses unfair treatment, the obstruction of access to education, and conduct or statements that undermine the dignity of individuals or groups. These provisions establish an institutional basis for ensuring that women receive equal treatment and can participate in all university activities without gender-based discrimination.

UNP’s commitment to non-discrimination is further reinforced through Rector’s Regulation Number 19 of 2022 concerning the Prevention and Handling of Sexual Violence within Universitas Negeri Padang. This regulation provides a specific framework for preventing and addressing sexual violence on campus, including the establishment of the Task Force for the Prevention and Handling of Sexual Violence (Satgas PPKS). Reporting, case-handling, victim assistance, and recovery mechanisms form part of the university’s institutional efforts to establish a safe, dignified educational environment free from sexual violence and harassment.

In its implementation, UNP also conducts awareness-raising and educational activities on gender equality and the prevention and handling of sexual violence for students, lecturers, education personnel, and other campus stakeholders. Furthermore, the Equal Assurance Regulation establishes confidential and accessible reporting mechanisms for discrimination, together with periodic monitoring and evaluation of policy implementation. Through this regulatory framework, UNP strengthens its institutional commitment to protecting women, preventing all forms of discrimination and sexual violence, and fostering an inclusive and equitable higher education environment. These commitments are aligned with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 5: Gender Equality, particularly the elimination of discrimination and gender-based violence.

Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP) supports the protection of women's rights and the continuity of women's participation in the workplace through the implementation of applicable national legislation concerning maternal and child welfare. One relevant legal foundation is Law Number 4 of 2024 concerning Maternal and Child Welfare during the First Thousand Days of Life. This legislation establishes protections for working mothers, including maternity leave entitlements, breastfeeding facilities, and support for the health and welfare needs of mothers and children.

Article 4, paragraph (3), of the law stipulates that every working mother is entitled to a minimum of three months of maternity leave, with an additional period of up to three months under specific medical conditions supported by a doctor's certificate. Furthermore, working mothers are entitled to appropriate opportunities and facilities for breastfeeding during working hours, sufficient time to address the best interests of their children, and access to affordable childcare services. These provisions establish a legal basis for protecting women's rights to fulfil their maternal responsibilities without compromising their employment rights and professional opportunities.

Furthermore, Article 5 provides protection for mothers exercising their maternity leave entitlements, including provisions concerning the continuity of employment and the fulfilment of remuneration rights in accordance with applicable regulations. These provisions reinforce the principles of protection and non-discrimination against women in the workplace. Within the higher education context, their implementation is relevant to supporting the continued professional participation of female lecturers and education personnel following childbirth.

Accordingly, Law Number 4 of 2024 provides a national legal framework for protecting maternity rights and supporting women's participation in the workforce, including within higher education institutions. This framework contributes to broader gender equality objectives and supports Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 5: Gender Equality, particularly in safeguarding women's rights and promoting a workplace environment that accommodates maternity-related needs.

Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP) demonstrates its commitment to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 5: Gender Equality by providing childcare facilities designed to support students, educational staff, and lecturers who have childcare responsibilities. This facility represents a tangible initiative by the university to create an inclusive and family-friendly campus environment, enabling individuals to fulfil their academic and professional roles without being hindered by childcare responsibilities.

Before the childcare facility was established, many parents within the academic community faced challenges in balancing their academic or professional responsibilities with childcare obligations. These circumstances could affect their learning concentration, work productivity, and opportunities to participate fully in various campus activities. With the operation of the childcare service, UNP provides a safe, reliable, and affordable solution to support the childcare needs of the university community.

The childcare service provides a safe, comfortable, and educational environment for children and is managed by competent personnel. The availability of this facility enables students, educational staff, and lecturers to fulfil their academic and professional responsibilities with greater peace of mind and efficiency. This initiative directly contributes to SDG 5 by strengthening gender equality, increasing women's participation in higher education, and reducing the double burden frequently experienced by parents, particularly mothers.

Through the provision of childcare facilities, UNP reaffirms its commitment to building a caring, inclusive, and equitable campus ecosystem. This initiative not only supports academic success and professional performance but also strengthens UNP's role in creating an educational environment that responds to family needs as part of its tangible contribution to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.

Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP) demonstrates its commitment to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 5: Gender Equality by providing childcare facilities for educational staff and lecturers. This facility represents the university's institutional support in creating an inclusive and family-friendly working environment, particularly for staff and faculty members with childcare responsibilities. The provision of this service aims to help them fulfil their professional duties and responsibilities without neglecting their childcare needs.

Balancing professional responsibilities and childcare obligations can present challenges for staff and faculty members in maintaining a healthy work–family balance. These circumstances may affect their concentration, productivity, and participation in various academic and administrative activities. Therefore, the availability of childcare facilities serves as an institutional support mechanism to help reduce these challenges and provide greater convenience for staff and faculty in carrying out their professional activities.

The childcare facility provides a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment for children while their parents fulfil their professional responsibilities within the university. The availability of this service also reflects UNP's commitment to the well-being of its educational staff and lecturers, as well as the importance of establishing working conditions that support a balance between professional and family responsibilities.

Through the provision of childcare facilities for staff and faculty, UNP strengthens its commitment to building an inclusive, supportive, and equitable working environment. This initiative contributes to gender equality by supporting childcare responsibilities, enhancing employee well-being, and fostering an academic and professional environment that is more responsive to family needs.

Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP) has demonstrated its commitment to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 5: Gender Equality through the implementation of mentoring schemes specifically designed for women within the university community. These programmes aim to provide an inclusive space for learning, mentoring, and personal development to strengthen women's roles and contributions in academia and the professional world.

Before these mentoring programmes were implemented, female students, educational staff, and lecturers faced various challenges, including limited access to professional guidance, insufficient opportunities for leadership development, and a lack of relevant support networks. These circumstances could hinder the development of women's competencies and confidence in pursuing their academic and professional careers. Through the implementation of women's mentoring schemes, UNP seeks to establish a more structured, supportive, and sustainable platform for capacity development.

The mentoring programmes involve lecturers, practitioners, and experienced mentors who provide guidance in academic development, leadership, career planning, and self-empowerment. These activities not only support the development of technical and interpersonal skills but also encourage a more inclusive and responsive campus environment for women. The programmes aim to reach at least 10% of UNP's total female student population, thereby expanding access to mentoring opportunities and personal development.

Through the implementation of these mentoring schemes, UNP reaffirms its commitment to promoting gender equality and strengthening women's leadership in higher education. This initiative represents the university's continued efforts to create an environment that supports the optimal development of women's potential, expands their opportunities for participation, and contributes to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.

Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP) continuously monitors student graduation outcomes by gender as part of its institutional commitment to promoting gender equality in higher education. This monitoring is conducted through the systematic recording and analysis of male and female graduates each year to evaluate academic achievement trends and ensure equal opportunities for all students to complete their studies.

Based on UNP's undergraduate graduation data for the 2021–2025 period, the number of female graduates consistently exceeded that of male graduates. In 2021, UNP recorded 5,385 female graduates compared to 3,127 male graduates. The number of female graduates increased to 5,533 in 2022 and 5,869 in 2023. Furthermore, female graduates reached 6,453 in 2024 and 6,366 in 2025.

These figures demonstrate the significant contribution of women to undergraduate graduation outcomes at UNP. Gender-disaggregated graduation data serves as an important basis for evaluating educational equity, identifying potential academic barriers, and developing institutional policies that support students' academic success regardless of gender.

As part of its commitment to gender equality, UNP continues to promote inclusive academic services, academic guidance and mentoring, as well as equal access to educational facilities and support systems. Through these initiatives, UNP seeks to ensure that both female and male students have equitable opportunities to complete their studies on time and achieve academic success.

Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP) demonstrates its commitment to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 5: Gender Equality through the implementation of Rector Regulation of Universitas Negeri Padang Number 19 of 2023 concerning Equality Assurance within Universitas Negeri Padang. This policy serves as an institutional framework for ensuring equality, preventing discrimination, and providing protection for all members of the university community in accessing education, services, facilities, and equal opportunities within the university.

Within a higher education environment, individuals who experience or witness discriminatory acts may face various barriers when submitting complaints, including concerns about the confidentiality of their reports and the possibility of experiencing adverse treatment. To address these concerns, Article 6 paragraph (2) letter c of Rector Regulation Number 19 of 2023 stipulates that UNP provides a confidential and accessible reporting mechanism for members of the academic community who experience or witness acts of discrimination. This provision establishes a framework for safe reporting and encourages members of the university community to report discriminatory practices.

As a follow-up measure, Article 6 paragraph (2) letter d stipulates that every discrimination report must be addressed by a designated unit through transparent and fair procedures in accordance with university regulations. Furthermore, Article 10 assigns the institutional equality assurance bodies the responsibility of handling discrimination reports within UNP. These mechanisms support the complaint-handling process while strengthening the university's efforts to prevent discriminatory treatment against individuals who submit reports.

Through the implementation of this policy, UNP reaffirms its commitment to establishing an inclusive, safe, and equitable educational and working environment. The provision of confidential and accessible reporting mechanisms, accompanied by transparent and fair follow-up procedures, represents an institutional effort to strengthen the protection of university community members' rights and foster a university environment free from discrimination

Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP) is committed to promoting gender equality and strengthening women's participation in education and employment through policies and an institutional environment that support a balance between professional responsibilities and family life. An important aspect of supporting women's participation is the involvement of fathers in childcare, particularly during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postnatal period. Such involvement helps ensure a more equitable distribution of caregiving responsibilities between mothers and fathers.

This commitment to shared parental responsibilities is consistent with Law of the Republic of Indonesia Number 4 of 2024 concerning Maternal and Child Welfare during the First 1,000 Days of Life. Specifically, Article 12 paragraph (1) stipulates that both mothers and fathers are responsible for preparing for, monitoring, and maintaining health from the pre-pregnancy period through pregnancy, childbirth, and the postnatal period. The article further establishes the responsibilities of both parents to safeguard children's survival and development, monitor their growth and health, and provide care, upbringing, education, and protection with affection.

Furthermore, Article 12 paragraph (2) states that these responsibilities must be carried out in the best interests of mothers and children, with support from families and the surrounding environment. This provision provides an important legal foundation for encouraging fathers to take an active role in childcare responsibilities. In the context of higher education institutions, this principle is relevant to fostering a supportive working environment in which male employees can fulfil their family responsibilities, thereby preventing women from bearing a disproportionate share of childcare duties.

By promoting the principle of shared parental responsibilities, UNP supports the development of a more inclusive and family-responsive institutional environment. Fathers' involvement in childcare is expected to help women maintain their participation and continuity in their professional careers and academic activities. Accordingly, strengthening support for shared childcare responsibilities constitutes an important element in advancing gender equality and contributing to the achievement of SDG 5