BENGUET STATE UNIVERSITY

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE

The Lead Ofﬁce in Facilitating and Coordinating International Partnerships for the University

Benguet State University (BSU) advances SDG 5 through gender-responsive policies, equitable access to education, and institutional mechanisms that support women’s participation and success in academic and professional life. The University ensures that scholarships, financial assistance, student welfare services, leadership opportunities, and support programs are accessible regardless of gender, fostering an inclusive learning environment for all students.

Student Access Measures and Women’s Progress Measures

BSU integrates Gender and Development (GAD) principles into its academic, research, extension, and student support programs while providing targeted interventions through its Gender and Development Office and student welfare services. These initiatives promote equal opportunities, prevent discrimination, and encourage the meaningful participation of women in university governance, research, innovation, community engagement, and leadership activities.

To monitor progress, the University collects and utilizes gender-disaggregated data and indicators, including student enrollment, graduation and completion rates, scholarship beneficiaries, student leadership participation, faculty and staff composition, women in leadership positions, participation in research and extension activities, and beneficiaries of student support services. Gender-responsive planning, budgeting, monitoring, and evaluation mechanisms enable BSU to assess outcomes, identify gaps, and strengthen institutional strategies for gender equality.

BSU Gender and Development Office

BSU Transparency Seal

Through regular gender mainstreaming activities, gender sensitivity training, women’s empowerment programs, and the systematic tracking of gender indicators, BSU demonstrates its commitment to advancing women’s educational attainment, leadership representation, professional development, and overall well-being. These efforts contribute to a more inclusive and equitable university community and support the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 5: Gender Equality.