European University Cyprus: Cyprus Best Workplaces™ for Women 2026
European University Cyprus (EUC) has been recognised as Cyprus Best Workplaces™ for Women 2026 by the international organisation Great Place to Work®, reaffirming its strong and sustained commitment to gender equality, inclusive leadership, and the implementation of measurable equality policies within higher education in Cyprus.
The distinction is based on rigorous, data-driven criteria evaluating:
What Does the Best Workplaces™ for Women Recognition Mean for EUC?
At European University Cyprus, women play a decisive role across all levels of the institution. From executive leadership and administration to academic excellence and research innovation, their contribution is a cornerstone of the University’s continued development.
The Director of Human Resources at EUC, Ms. Loukia Polygerinou-Tzyrka, stated: “At European University Cyprus, we prioritise the wellbeing and professional advancement of women. This recognition confirms our ongoing commitment to maintaining a workplace environment grounded in respect, equality, and equal opportunity. We continue to invest in creating conditions that inspire and empower our people.”
She added: “Gender equality is not a standalone initiative, but part of a broader framework of sustainable governance and institutional responsibility.”
As one of the leading universities in Cyprus, EUC offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes across seven Schools, serving a student community of over 12,600 students from 80 countries worldwide.
European University Cyprus is a Great Place to Work®
The Cyprus Best Workplaces™ for Women 2026 distinction, together with EUC’s Great Place to Work® certification, further strengthens its position as an employer of choice in Cyprus.
In 2025, EUC was also certified by the Department of Labour Relations of the Ministry of Labour and Social Insurance for implementing best practices in gender equality in the workplace. The certification recognises organisations that integrate equality culture through non-discriminatory human resource management processes, including recruitment and promotion, training and evaluation, compensation policies, work-life balance measures, and policies for the prevention and management of harassment.
In an evolving academic and professional landscape, European University Cyprus demonstrates that excellence extends beyond teaching and research, it also encompasses fostering a fair, inclusive, and growth-oriented working environment.