Have a policy (e.g. an Access and Participation plan) addressing women’s applications, acceptance, entry, and participation at the university.
KISS-DU has implemented a comprehensive plan to support women’s applications, acceptance, entry, and participation in higher education. The policy focuses on increasing access for first-generation Indigenous female students especially PVTGs (Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups).
Key elements of the policy include:
- Targeted outreach and recruitment: KISS actively promotes higher education to women through campaigns that address barriers such as financial constraints and lack of guidance.
- Accessible admission process: The institution ensures a transparent, non-discriminatory application process, with financial support options like scholarships and fee waivers for women.
- Holistic student support: Once admitted, female students receive academic tutoring, mentorship, career counselling, and safe, women-friendly campus facilities to help them succeed.
- Retention and participation: KISS fosters leadership opportunities and monitors female students’ progress to ensure they remain engaged and supported throughout their education.
- Monitoring and evaluation: The policy is regularly assessed through data on application and acceptance rates, enabling KISS to make data-driven improvements to better support women.
Overall, this policy ensures that women, particularly first-generation students, have equal opportunities to access, succeed, and thrive in higher education at KISS-DU.