Karshi State University is committed to promoting an inclusive and accessible educational environment that supports equal access to university facilities for students, employees, and visitors. The university implements infrastructure measures to improve accessibility for people with disabilities and individuals with special needs, supporting mobility, independence, comfort, and participation in campus life.
The university's Code of Ethics establishes principles of ethical conduct, mutual respect, accountability, and responsible behavior within the academic community. Karshi State University promotes an environment in which students and employees are treated fairly and can participate in academic, professional, and social activities with dignity.
The university's equality and inclusion commitments address discrimination based on personal characteristics, including sex, age, disability, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, pregnancy and maternity, and other relevant circumstances.
Further information is available in the Code of Ethics.
Karshi State University provides a range of facilities to improve campus accessibility, including:
- Designated parking spaces for people with disabilities.
- Accessible toilets in major university buildings, including faculties, student dormitories, the rectorate, and the library.
- Wheelchair ramps at main building entrances and along campus pathways.
- Tactile paving on corridors and key pedestrian routes to support people with visual impairments.
- Braille signage on doors and directional signs to facilitate navigation.
- Wheelchair lifts and platform lifts in selected multi-storey buildings to improve access between floors.
These facilities contribute to a more inclusive campus environment and help reduce physical barriers to university services and infrastructure.
Karshi State University maintains safety and security arrangements across its academic buildings, student dormitories, and outdoor areas. These measures include CCTV surveillance, an emergency hotline and alarm system, and trained security personnel. Such provisions contribute to a safer campus environment for students, academic staff, administrative employees, and visitors, including individuals who may require additional support.
The university incorporates accessibility considerations into the maintenance and improvement of its facilities. Accessible entrances, pedestrian routes, sanitary facilities, signage, and vertical mobility equipment support safer and more convenient movement throughout the campus.
| Accessibility measure | Provision at Karshi State University |
|---|---|
| Designated disability parking | Available |
| Accessible toilets | Available in major university buildings |
| Wheelchair ramps | Installed at main entrances and along pathways |
| Tactile paving | Available on corridors and key pedestrian routes |
| Braille signage | Installed on doors and directional signs |
| Accessibility lifts | Available in selected multi-storey buildings |
The university's institutional commitments include fair working conditions, occupational safety, social protection, and respect for fundamental labour rights. The university also recognizes the importance of equal pay for work of equal value and monitoring remuneration to identify and address potential gender-based pay disparities.
Employees are entitled to raise concerns regarding labour rights, remuneration, working conditions, and other employment-related matters through formal complaint procedures. Transparent and confidential grievance mechanisms help strengthen accountability and support a fair working environment.
Karshi State University recognizes the importance of protecting the rights and wellbeing of employees during pregnancy and maternity. Its institutional commitments include maternity and childcare leave, job protection, and flexible or adapted working conditions where necessary. These measures contribute to a more supportive working environment and help promote equal opportunities for employees with family responsibilities.
The university promotes inclusion through educational activities that connect academic learning with the needs of diverse communities:
In November 2024, the Faculty of Pedagogy organized a visit to Specialized Boarding School No. 17 in Karshi for children who are deaf or hard of hearing. Psychology students, accompanied by the Dean's Advisor on Women's Issues, participated in activities designed to develop practical experience, communication skills, empathy, and understanding of inclusive education.
The initiative connected university learning with community engagement and helped students develop awareness of the needs and experiences of children with special educational needs:
In February 2025, representatives of the university's Incubation Center visited secondary schools No. 1 and No. 7 in Nishon district to promote STEAM education, digital literacy, programming skills, and career awareness.
The outreach activities also encouraged girls' participation in information technology and vocational fields, helping broaden access to educational opportunities and future career pathways.