Policy Statement
The University of Rhode Island is committed to maintaining an educational and working environment free from discrimination, harassment, and sexual violence. Consistent with this commitment, the University prohibits all forms of illegal discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct in all University programs and activities. The University prohibits students, employees, Affiliates, volunteers, visitors, service recipients, program participants, and contractors (collectively, “Covered Individuals”) from engaging in sexual misconduct or illegal discrimination (including discriminatory harassment) based on an individual’s protected status.
Retaliatory action of any kind by any member of the University community against individuals who engage in due process or individuals who are cooperating in the investigation of a complaint is prohibited by law and shall be regarded as a separate and distinct violation of community standards and the Policy on Nondiscrimination.
Reporting Discrimination or Harassment
Complaints involving prohibited discrimination, including harassment or retaliation, against a group or class of individuals that reflects an apparent pattern or practice of discrimination will be investigated and addressed in accordance with the Policy on Nondiscrimination and the Policy on Sexual Misconduct. Specific information regarding reporting procedures can be found in the Procedures accompanying the Policy on Nondiscrimination and the Policy on Sexual Misconduct.
Reporting Discrimination or harassmentResources
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