UP receives prestigious recognition

The University of Pécs was awarded second place in the "Responsible Employer of the Year 2024" competition. This year, the National Public Employment Non-profit Ltd. (OFA) announced the competition in five categories, in which the most diverse organisations engaged in economic activities could participate. Its objectives are to bring together and recognise businesses that see human resources as an asset, to showcase their good practices and to bring together organisations that think in this way, and in the long term to create an employer community.

UP's application focused on the health promotion programme under the "For Families" project. This project was launched in 2018 and since then it has steadily become one of the most popular and successful community programme series among university employees. Personalised and comprehensive, large-scale programmes offer useful and enjoyable leisure time for employees and their families, mainly in the areas of community sports, culture, wine and gastronomy, creative and leisure activities, and healthy lifestyle. It goes without saying how much the latter has grown in importance. This is why the main narrative of UP's application is the health promotion
Director Dr. Ildikó Papp accepted the award activity of the "For Families" project.

Director Dr. Ildikó Papp accepted the award 

Dr. Ildikó Papp, Director of Health Human Resources Policy and head of the project, said, "The ranking in the Responsible Employer of the Year 2024 competition is a strong acknowledgement that UP values its employees and provides them with a secure background. Discounted use of university sports facilities, provision of general fitness assessments, educational lectures, active recreation and charity programmes are important elements not only of the UP - For Families project, but also of the university's HR Strategy. We are committed to a responsible approach to employment, a people-oriented approach, a family atmosphere and opportunities for development. I believe that teamwork is at the heart of our corporate culture, which is deeply inspired and supported by the UP - For Families programme. This is why we are extremely proud of the OFA's recognition," the Director stressed.