Diversity, equity & inclusion

In short

KSIM commits to embedding diversity, equity and inclusion in its culture, with the Head of School responsible for it. Students have the right to tell staff the name and pronouns they want used at school, and the school will honour that respectfully — some accommodations depend on parental agreement.

The commitment

In fulfilling its mission, KSI Montenegro states that it is dedicated to creating systems that value the unique contributions of all students and staff, and to fully engaging all members of the school community in achieving its vision.

The school commits to explicitly embedding diversity, equity and inclusion in its organisational and learning culture. The Head of School, with the support of the Senior Leadership Team, is responsible for ensuring that the school culture embodies practices honouring and demonstrating diversity, equity and inclusion.

These values are supported by The United Nations Declaration of Human Rights and The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. KSIM also subscribes to the tenets of the European Union and Montenegro Diversity Charters.

What the three words mean here

Diversity — the representation of different and unique identities, characteristics, experiences and perspectives.

Equity — giving everyone what they need to succeed by increasing access, resources and opportunities for all, especially for those who are underrepresented and have been historically disadvantaged.

Inclusion — a welcoming culture in which differences are celebrated and everyone is valued, respected, and able to reach their full potential.

The school’s stated view is that bringing together different points of view and experiences prepares students and the wider community for life in a global society, broadens perspectives, and contributes to academic excellence.

What diversity includes

Diversity at KSIM includes, but is not limited to: heritage, ethnicity, language, gender, gender identity and expression, spiritual beliefs, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, identity and expression, age, socio-economic status, learning styles, personal perspectives and abilities.

Identity and gender

Identity & Gender — Community Handbook 2026-27, p.11

Students at KSIM have the right to inform staff members of their desire to be recognised at school using their preferred name and pronouns, and KSIM shall honour their request respectfully, within the framework of the relevant laws and regulations. KSIM will accept and recognise each student’s gender identity and will endeavour to use gender neutral terms and pronouns. It is recognised that some accommodations are contingent upon parental agreement.

Confidentiality around a student’s gender identity is covered separately in privacy & breaches.

If something goes wrong

All reported breaches of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will be investigated by the appropriate School Administration, with the involvement of the school pedagogue/counsellor and any other appropriate person.

Any established breach is regarded as a breach of the Student Code of Conduct or the Faculty Code of Professional Conduct. See student expectations & discipline.