Conduct
Policy on Discrimination, Harassment, and Sexual Misconduct
Indiana University prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status (“protected classes”) in matters of admission, employment, housing, services, and in its educational programs and activities. (See UA-01, Discrimiation, Harassment, and Sexual Misconduct).
This policy governs the university’s response to all forms of discrimination and harassment , and sexual misconduct. Such behaviors are unacceptable under Indiana University policy. (See UA-01, Indiana University Non-Discrimination Policy.) The university does not tolerate conduct in violation of this policy and will take action to prevent and address such misconduct.
It is the policy of the university to comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding unlawful discrimination and harassment against protected classes. Procedures for reporting incidents of discrimination, harassment and/or sexual misconduct, and for investigating and adjudicating formal complaints, can be found here.
These complaint resolution processes may vary depending on applicable law and policies relevant to the specific misconduct. In appropriate cases, and upon consultation with the Vice President and General Counsel, the university reserves the right to take prompt action in accordance with other university procedures. Questions about this policy, as well as the applicable complaint and complaint resolution processes, may be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance.
Individuals who believe they have experienced discrimination, harassment and/or sexual misconduct in violation of this policy, and all members of the university community who may be aware of such incidents, are encouraged to promptly report incidents of discrimination, harassment, and/or sexual misconduct to the Deputy Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Civil Rights Compliance at https://ocrc.iu.edu/index.html.
Bryce Building, 986 Indiana Avenue, Suite B310, Indianapolis, IN 46202
orcrcindy@iu.edu
317-274-2306
Some employees may have reporting obligations based on their role and responsibilities under this and other policies.
Retaliation against anyone who makes a report of discrimination, harassment and/or sexual misconduct, or who participates in an investigation under any of the complaint resolution procedures set forth herein, is prohibited.
For every report, the university will review the circumstances of the reported conduct to determine whether the university has jurisdiction over the parties involved, and to take steps within its control to eliminate, prevent, and address the reported conduct. The university will respond promptly to all reports and assess all information available; the potential Complainant(s) will be offered information regarding resources and supportive measures, as well as options regarding reporting and applicable complaint resolution procedures. Where a formal complaint is filed or initiated, the university will provide a fair and impartial investigation and resolution, provide supportive and interim measures and, in the event a policy violation is found, impose appropriate sanctions and provide remedial measures. The appropriateness and severity of the sanctions imposed, up to and including termination or expulsion of the offender, will depend on the circumstances of the particular case. If the Respondent is not a member of the university community or is no longer affiliated with the university at the time of the report or at the time a formal complaint is initiated (including when the Respondent has graduated or left the university), the university typically is unable to take disciplinary action or conduct an investigation through the complaint resolution procedures herein.
Complete details and definitions are outlined here: https://policies.iu.edu/policies/ua-03-discrimination-harassment-and-sexual-misconduct/index.html
Interpersonal Violence Prevention & Response
The Interpersonal Violence Prevention & Response Team provides confidential resources and supportive measures for survivors of sexual assault, relationship violence, and/or stalking. In addition, a confidential advocate can inform survivors of their rights related to university policies / procedures and serve as an advisor through the complaint process.
Contact the confidential advocate Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
saadv@iu.edu
317-274-2548
719 Indiana Ave., Walker Plaza 220, Indianapolis, IN 46202
