Complaints Process

UVSASE is committed to maintaining an environment that is free of unlawful harassment and discrimination. Pursuant to UVSASE’s commitment to a fair and open environment and in accordance with federal law, UVSASE cannot and will not tolerate discrimination against or harassment of any individual or group based upon race, color, religion, sex, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran’s status, or any factor that is a prohibited consideration under applicable law. UVSASE welcomes and promotes an open and genuinely diverse environment. UVSASE does not tolerate sexual misconduct in its community and will take prompt action when misconduct occurs. Similarly,

UVSASE will not tolerate threats of violence, acts of violence, harassment, intimidation, and any other form of disruptive behavior. We uphold a zero-tolerance policy for any form of sexual misconduct and violence.

Definitions

Below are a few critical definitions that will help you understand the specific language UVSASE uses in our policies and processes. Please read our policies to learn about specific definitions of each policy.

Complainant

The person making an allegation or complaint of discrimination.

Respondent

Refers to the person against whom the allegation or complaint of discrimination or harassment is made. Under our policies, respondents include staff, volunteer, and members of UVSASE, vendors, contractors, guests, patrons, and other third parties participating in any UVSASE-sponsored event or program, and to such persons in other situations in which a person is acting as a member of the UVSASE community.

Allegation

A statement by a complainant that an act of harassment or discrimination has occurred.

Complaint

A formal notification, either orally or in writing, of the belief that discrimination or violation of UVSASE policy has occurred.

Sanctions

Sanctions are protective measures (penalties, punishments, etc.) that UVSASE may impose in response to a violation of our policies.