Both the formal and alternative resolution processes for addressing prohibited conduct as defined in the Anti-Discrimination Policy and the Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy are designed to promote fairness and support for all parties involved in the processes. The formal resolution processes include procedural protections that provide for notice, equitable opportunities to participate, and a neutral and impartial investigation and resolution.
A report of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation, including Title IX Sexual Harassment, may be resolved through a variety of ways, including:
- A formal resolution process, which involves a prompt, thorough, equitable, and impartial investigation, and, in certain circumstances, a live hearing and appeal.
- An alternative resolution process (when appropriate), which requires the voluntary and written consent of the Complainant and the Respondent.
In all formal and alternative resolution processes, the University will treat the parties fairly by following the appropriate resolution process before any disciplinary sanction is imposed against a Respondent. Upon receiving a report of prohibited conduct, the University will conduct an initial assessment of the available information in determining how to proceed.
Our Resolution Processes
The University of California has developed formal and alternative resolution processes to investigate and/or otherwise address reports of Prohibited Conduct as follows:
