Maternity Policy

All people policies

1. Purpose

To support the participation of women by providing maternity leave and childcare arrangements consistent with Egyptian labour law.

2. Scope

This policy applies across Future University in Egypt — all faculties, the Dental Hospital, the training Pharmaceutical Factory, student housing and administrative units — and to students, faculty, staff and, where stated, contractors and suppliers.

3. Policy statement

• Eligible employees receive maternity leave in accordance with the Egyptian Labour Law.
• One hour of daily childcare leave is granted until the child reaches two years of age.
• Return-to-work arrangements protect the employee's position and seniority.

4. Procedures

1. The employee notifies Human Resources in writing with the expected date and the required medical documentation.
2. Leave duration and entitlements are confirmed in accordance with the Labour Law (four months / 120 days under Law No. 14 of 2025).
3. On return, the employee resumes the same or an equivalent position; the daily childcare hour is arranged with the line manager.

5. Roles and responsibilities

• Human Resources — confirms entitlements and arranges cover.
• Line manager — agrees the daily childcare hour and return-to-work plan.

6. Related policies

• Parental Support and Paternity Leave Policy
• Policy on Women's Applications, Entry and Participation

7. Legal and cultural alignment

Aligned with the Egyptian Labour Law and its provisions on maternity leave and nursing hours, reflecting the high value Egyptian society places on family and the care of children.

8. Monitoring and review

Reviewed at least every three years, or sooner if Egyptian law, regulations of the Supreme Council of Universities, or THE/accreditation requirements change. The policy owner is responsible for monitoring how it is applied.

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