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Rest space in each area and building

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Use of the rest spaces in each area and building
(For self-care during pregnancy, breastfeeding, changing diapers, etc.)

■System overview
The women-only rest spaces in each area and building are private spaces where researchers and students who are pregnant or nursing can rest. Female staff members and students may use them for the following purposes.

・As a place to rest when they are unwell (such as during menstruation, pregnancy, or postpartum)
・For breast-pumping or breast-feeding

※If you are a male staff member or student and have a partner who needs to use the facilities, please let us know using the comments section of the form below.

■Use of the spaces
To ensure the safety of users, women's rest spaces are secured at all times with electronic locks (smart locks).
If you would like to use the rooms, please register using the Application form.
Your smartphone will be used to arm and disarm the electronic locks. In order to access the spaces, you must download the app used to receive key information distributed by the Gender Equality Office.

■Amenities
Refrigerator/freezer, Sink (Information Science only), Sofa bed, Couch, Table, Air purifier, Internal phone

■Accessories
Electric kettle, Desk lamp, Blankets, Shoeboxes, Slippers, Partitions, Wet wipes

■Location
Division of Information Science, Division of Information Science,
Building A, Floor 2 Building B, Floor 2
Photo of women-only rest area in division of Information Science building A
Division of Biological Science, Floor 1
Second photo of women-only rest area in division of BIological Science
Division of Materials Science, Building F, Floor 1

Location information for women's rest spaces