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Gender Inclusive, Responsive and Safe Community
Gender Inclusive, Responsive and Safe Community
The Ateneo de Manila University strictly adheres to the Code of Decorum and Administrative Rules on Sexual Harassment, Other Forms of Sexual Misconduct, and Inappropriate Behavior.
The Ateneo de Manila University strictly adheres to the Code of Decorum and Administrative Rules on Sexual Harassment, Other Forms of Sexual Misconduct, and Inappropriate Behavior.
This Code and Rules governs members of the University community as defined in Section 3(s), namely personnel and students of the University. It prescribes the proper decorum; defines and prohibits inappropriate behavior, sexual harassment, and other forms of sexual misconduct; sets the corresponding sanctions; lays down the procedures for addressing informal reports and formal complaints, and creates a University system to address the issues and institute preventive measures (Section 2).
This is guided by the following principles:
This is guided by the following principles:
Zero-Tolerance Policy against all forms of sexual and gender-based violence and discrimination
Zero-Tolerance Policy against all forms of sexual and gender-based violence and discrimination
The UNHCR defines sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) as referring to "any act that is perpetrated against a person’s will and that is based on gender norms of patriarchy and unequal power relations.” SGBV can happen to anyone (women and girls, or men and boys, and also to individuals marginalized for their sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), takes different forms, and may have different impacts on individuals. For a more detailed list of these acts, you may refer to the Primer on Safe Spaces Act.
The Ateneo de Manila does not discriminate based on sex, gender, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression. See the following link for more information on the LS Gender Policy: http://www.ateneo.edu/ls/ls-gender-policy.
Whole-of-University Approach in building a culture of respect for human dignity and vigilance against all forms of abuse and discrimination
Whole-of-University Approach in building a culture of respect for human dignity and vigilance against all forms of abuse and discrimination
Do-No-Harm Principle in extending assistance to persons who experience sexual harassment, other forms of sexual misconduct, and inappropriate behavior.
Do-No-Harm Principle in extending assistance to persons who experience sexual harassment, other forms of sexual misconduct, and inappropriate behavior.
The principle in responding to and supporting people with experiences of sexual harassment or gender-based violence is Give your A.L.L. -- Attend to them in a safe space, Listen to their story, and Link them to support.
Due Process in the conduct of administrative investigations
Due Process in the conduct of administrative investigations
According to the Code and Rules, anyone at the University has the duty to report incidents of SGBV. Meanwhile, persons in authority are mandated to report such cases. For a more detailed process of performing informal reports, see the flowchart below.
Decorum of Students (Section 6)
Decorum of Students (Section 6)
6.1. Students are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that promotes their continuing development as persons, as well as the continuing development of their peers, in accordance with the values of the University as a Filipino, Catholic, and Jesuit academic institution.
6.2. Students shall maintain harmonious and healthy relationships and shall conduct themselves in a proper and irreproachable manner in their relations and dealings with others.
6.3. Students should conduct themselves in a manner that is respectful of their own human dignity, and that of others.
6.4. Students shall familiarize themselves and ensure compliance with this Code and Rules, the Student Handbook/Code of Conduct, and other related policies, rules and regulations, and guidelines issued by the University.
For a list of sexual-related offenses and their corresponding sanctions, please refer to pages 12-16 of the Code.
University Gender Hub or UGH
University Gender Hub or UGH
The University Gender Hub or UGH offers care services and case companion services for students with experiences of sexual harassment or sexual and gender-based violence. You may reach them through the following:
Email: genderhub@ateneo.edu, genderhub.ls@ateneo.edu
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lsgenderhub/
Mobile Hotline: 0995-044-1748
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