Policies and Resources
We’ve gathered policies, forms and other resources to help you and OHSU build a community free of discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct and retaliation. If you need a resource in alternative formats such as another language or with improved digital access, please contact us at ocic@ohsu.edu or 503-494-5148.
Policies, procedures and protocols
- Code of Conduct (updated 11/18), Code of Conduct website
- Affirmative Action Goals – Employment (Policy 03-05-025)
- Acceptable Use of Computing Resources (Policy 11-20-010)
- Conflicting Consensual Relationships (Policy 03-05-045)
- Employment of Family Members (Policy 03-04-040)
- Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation (Policy 03-05-048)
- Acceptable Use of Computing Resources (Policy 11-20-010)
- Prohibited Complaint Procedure (01-01-001)
- Discrimination Claim Investigation Protocol for formal investigations
- Religious Exercise and Expression in the Workplace and Educational Environment (Policy 03-05-037)
- Accommodations for disability, religion, pregnancy, etc. (Policy 03-05-055)
- Public Access to OHSU Programs, Services and Activities (Policy 08-01-005)
- Physical Access Committee (Policy 08-01-006)
- Complaints of Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation (Policy 03-05-050)
- Service Animals (Policy No. 07-90-060)
- Gender Designated Facilities (Policy No. 05-40-050)
- Gender Designated Facilities FAQ
State law, federal law and OHSU policy prohibit retaliation for:
- Reporting discrimination or harassment
- Filing a complaint of prohibited discrimination or harassment
- Taking part in an investigation of such a complaint
Retaliation is a serious offense that can result in disciplinary action up to and including:
- Termination of employment for employees
- Suspension or dismissal for students
This protection exists even if a complaint is eventually dismissed or deemed to lack merit.
(Intentionally false accusations will not be tolerated. A person will be held accountable for making intentionally false claims of discrimination or harassment.)
Colleagues or students who help others in making a complaint or who give testimony or documentary evidence in support of a complaint are similarly protected.
Retaliation includes:
- Intimidation
- Threats
- Coercion
- Adverse employment or educational actions taken against a person because the person took part in the reporting, investigation or resolution of a complaint.
Retaliation can be committed by complainants, respondents or any other person or groups.
Report retaliation or attempted retaliation to OCIC at 503-494-5148 ocic@ohsu.edu or titleix@ohsu.edu.
Flyers, brochures and guides
Respect and equity
- Patient Discrimination Flyer -Describes how to address discriminatory behavior from patients toward faculty/staff
- English, Amharic, Croatian, Spanish, Thai, Vietnamese
- Reporting Cases - Describes who must report cases and how to respond to a disclosure
- English, Amharic, Croatian, Spanish, Thai, Vietnamese
- Respect for All Guidebook: Describes how to identify and address discrimination, harassment and bullying
- Reporting Options and Resources Flowchart
- Investigating Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation Complaints Flyer:
- Sexual Harassment and Discrimination Response and Resource Guide for Students
Accommodations
- Reasonable Accommodations for Employees with Disabilities Flyer:
- Reasonable Accommodation Process
- Workplace Accommodations Notice Flyer (PDF):
Affirmative action
Diversity, equity and inclusion resources
Wellness resources
Crises lines
- Multnomah County Crisis Line: 503-988-4888 (24/7)
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255 (TALK)
- Confidential Advocacy Program: 833-495-2277 (CAPS) provides supports for survivors of sexual misconduct
Affirmative action resources
- U.S. Department of Labor: Am I a Protected Veteran?
- Section 503 Disability Final Rule from Federal Department of Labor, Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs effective March 24, 2014.
- Veterans (VEVRAA) Final Rule from Federal Department of Labor, Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs effective March 24, 2014.
Questions, concerns or to submit a report
- Immediate crisis? Call 911 or OHSU Public Safety at 503-494-4444.
- Discrimination, harassment: Contact ocic@ohsu.edu or 503-494-5148.
- Sexual misconduct, gender discrimination: Contact titleix@ohsu.edu or 503-494-5148.
- Find free confidential support for handling any type of sexual misconduct.
Alternative formats
If you need a resource in another language or with improved digital access, please contact us at ocic@ohsu.edu or 503-494-5148.