Code of Conduct Regarding Sexual and Other Forms of Harassment

Dear Participant:

This conference/workshop/symposium is supported all or in part by the National Science Foundation (NSF) under Award No. ________.

We are required by the NSF to provide all event participants with information on the University’s policy on sexual and other forms of harassment or sexual assault as well as directions on how to report any violations of this policy. For purposes of this requirement, “other forms of harassment” is defined as “non-gender or non-sex-based harassment of individuals protected under federal civil rights laws, as set forth in organizational policies or codes of conduct, statutes, regulations, or executive orders.”

The University of Utah is committed to creating and maintaining a community dedicated to the advancement, application, and transmission of knowledge and creative endeavors through academic excellence, where all individuals who participate in University programs and activities can work and learn together in an atmosphere free of harassment, exploitation, or intimidation.

THIS POLICY APPLIES TO THIS EVENT AND ALL EVENT ATTENDEES MUST CONFORM THEIR BEHAVIOR WITH THE POLICY. The Policy outlines the University’s responsibilities and procedures related to Prohibited Conduct in order to ensure an equitable and inclusive education and employment environment free of sexual violence and sexual harassment. The Policy defines conduct prohibited by the University of Utah and explains the administrative procedures the University uses to resolve reports of Prohibited Conduct. The Policy applies to all University employees as well as undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. The Policy applies at all University campuses, Medical Centers, the Office of the President, Agriculture and Natural Resources, and to all University programs and activities.

SUBMIT A REPORT TO OEO

The Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA) is dedicated to providing a fair and equitable environment for all to pursue their academic and professional endeavors and to equally access University programs.

icon   Confidential resources (to the extent allowed by law) are also available to those who have experienced sexual harassment, sexual violence, or other Prohibited Conduct in connection with this event. Advocates can be reached through the following resources:

• SafeU
  • University Confidential Reporting & Crisis Resources
  • Rape Recovery Center  Advocates can be reached 24 hours a day 

For non-urgent questions or appointments contact:

• University of Utah Center for Student Wellness Victim-Survivor Advocacy
• University of Utah Center for Equity & Student Belonging Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion
  
  

icon    Law Enforcement Reporting:

• For on-campus incidents, reports to law enforcement can be made to the University of Utah Department of Public Safety Crime Victim Advocates.
• For off-campus incidents, report to the local department where the incident occurred. An advocate can help determine which jurisdiction/police department to contact.
  
  

icon In an emergency, dial 911. To reach local emergency services, contact:_________________-

 

icon   Key University Policies and Reporting Resources:

The University has developed policies and procedures to ensure a safe work environment wherever University business is conducted. The following is a list of applicable University policies and available reporting resources (including hyperlinks):

 

The University should respond promptly and effectively to reports of violence, harassment, and any and all conduct violations and will take appropriate action to prevent, correct, and when necessary and possible, discipline behavior that violates the law and/or University of Utah policies.