Since its founding in 1222, the University of Padua has welcomed exiles and persecuted individuals. Today, its dedication to equity, diversity, and inclusion is reflected in various initiatives across its 32 departments, serving over 70,000 students. This chapter explores the University of Padua's initiatives supporting refugees and at-risk students, highlighting the critical role of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in advancing social justice within higher education.

EDI, care and social justice: welcoming refugees and students at risk at the University of Padua

Elisa Gamba
2025

Abstract

Since its founding in 1222, the University of Padua has welcomed exiles and persecuted individuals. Today, its dedication to equity, diversity, and inclusion is reflected in various initiatives across its 32 departments, serving over 70,000 students. This chapter explores the University of Padua's initiatives supporting refugees and at-risk students, highlighting the critical role of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in advancing social justice within higher education.
2025
Why EDI Matters. Equ(al)ity, Diversity and Inclusion in European Universities
978-88-6938-482-0
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