Equal Opportunity Cell (EOC)

Promoting Inclusion & Diversity at SVU

Ensuring Fairness, Equity, and Inclusion for All

At Sri Venkateshwara University (SVU), we firmly believe in the power of diversity and equal opportunity. Our Equal Opportunity Cell (EOC) is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, bias-free, and accessible environment where every student, faculty, and staff member is empowered to achieve their full potential.

The EOC ensures that individuals from all backgrounds — including differently-abled students, economically weaker sections, minorities, and underrepresented communities — are given the support, resources, and opportunities they deserve to thrive academically and professionally.

EOC Committee Members

NAME	DESIGNATION / ROLE
Prof. / Dr. Mohan	Chairperson (Vice-Chancellor)
Dr. Seema Soni	Nodal Officer / Coordinator
Prof. (Dr.) Y. P. Singh	Senior Faculty Member
Dr. Anita Rani	Female Representative
Ramesh Kharel, Advocate	Student Representative
Ms. Srijana Sharma	Representative (SC/ST/OBC/Minority/Persons with Disability)
Prof. (Dr.) Hari Bhushan Prasad	Registrar / Administrative Officer
Representative from Local NGO / Civil Society	External Member

Objectives of the Equal Opportunity Cell

Promote Inclusive Education: Ensuring every student has equal access to quality learning resources and facilities.
Eliminate Discrimination: Upholding a fair, transparent, and non-discriminatory environment within the university.
Empower Marginalized Communities: Providing mentorship, scholarships, and skill development initiatives.
Support Differently-Abled Students: Implementing accessible infrastructure and assistive learning technologies.
Foster a Safe & Respectful Campus: Addressing grievances related to bias, harassment, or discrimination.

Policies & Initiatives

Scholarships & Financial Assistance: Special financial aid programs for students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Accessible Campus & Infrastructure: Ramps, special seating, and digital resources for differently-abled students.
Awareness & Sensitization Programs: Workshops on gender equality, disability rights, and cultural sensitivity.
Grievance Redressal Mechanism: Dedicated platform to address complaints regarding discrimination or exclusion.
Career Guidance & Skill Development: Special training programs to boost employability and confidence.

Who Can Approach the EOC?

Students from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC)
Students with disabilities (PwD)
Women facing gender-based challenges in education or career growth
Any individual facing discrimination based on religion, ethnicity, language, or background

For Queries & Support, Contact:

info@svus.edu.in

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