Section 3. Harassment, Discrimination, Sexual Violence
Brandeis University is committed to and strives to create an educational and work environment free of discrimination, harassment and sexual violence. Brandeis prohibits discrimination and on the basis of race, color, national origin/ethnicity, caste, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, including transgender identity, religion, disability, age, genetics, active military or veteran status and any other characteristics protected under applicable federal or Massachusetts law, known as “Protected Categories.” Brandeis also prohibits sexual violence against students which includes sexual assault, stalking, and dating violence, and domestic violence). For more information regarding Brandeis’ Policy Against Discrimination, Harassment and Sexual Violence, please visit the website for the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO).
When it is alleged that members of the Brandeis community have engaged in discrimination, harassment or sexual violence, the OEO Formal Complaint Process and/or Title IX Grievance Process may be available to address that conduct. The Formal Complaint Process contains informal and formal resolution options. For more information, please review the Brandeis Policy Against Discrimination, Harassment and Sexual Violence, the Formal Complaint Process and the Title IX Grievance Process, all of which can be found on the website for the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO).