Human Resources Policies

Appendix 4: Retaliation

The university will not tolerate retaliation in any form against any individual who partakes in a protected disclosure under this policy or otherwise participates in a resolution process with the Office of Human Resources. This may include, but is not limited to, those who make or receive an allegation, file a report, serve as a witness, or assist a Complainant or Respondent. Please consider the following steps to help prevent retaliation from occurring:

• Avoid publicly discussing the allegation or resolution process;
• Do not interfere with the resolution process;
• In a setting where you have authority over others involved in the resolution, be mindful not to isolate them or deny them information, equipment, or benefits provided to others in similar roles because of their participation in a disclosure or resolution;
• Provide clear and accurate information to the Office of Human Resources; and
• Do not threaten, harass, or coerce anyone involved in a report and/or resolution.