Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy
Non-Discrimination Statement: Sakarya University strictly prohibits discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristics, including but not limited to age, gender, disability, race, religion, pregnancy, and nationality.
Reporting Procedure: The university provides clear channels for reporting incidents of discrimination and harassment. Students, faculty, staff, and other members of the university community are encouraged to report any incidents to designated individuals or offices, either formally or informally. They are assured confidentiality and protection against retaliation.
Investigation and Response: Upon receiving a report, the university will promptly investigate all allegations of discrimination and harassment in a fair and impartial manner. Disciplinary action, including termination of employment or expulsion, will be taken against individuals found to have engaged in such behavior.
Education and Training: The university is committed to raising awareness and preventing discrimination and harassment through education and training programs for students, faculty, and staff. These programs will provide information on the university's policies, procedures, and resources available for addressing discrimination and harassment, as well as promoting a culture of respect, inclusivity, and diversity.
Governance and Institutional Implementation
These principles are implemented across Sakarya University through institutional governance structures and administrative practices. The University ensures that equality, inclusion and respect are embedded in all academic and operational processes, including education, employment and campus life.
The implementation of anti-discrimination and anti-harassment measures is supported by relevant institutional units, coordination mechanisms and internal procedures that monitor compliance and ensure continuous improvement.
Institutional Commitment to Equality and Inclusion
Sakarya University’s approach to preventing discrimination and harassment is aligned with its broader institutional values, which emphasize equality, diversity, inclusion and ethical conduct. These commitments are publicly available and form part of the University’s governance framework.
Public Access to Policy
This policy is publicly accessible through the University’s institutional values framework.
Official policy link:
https://saudek.sakarya.edu.tr/en/icerik/8069/3245/institutional-values
