Provision 3: Nondiscrimination Policy
UC Irvine has nondiscrimination policies for both employment and student-related matters. The policies apply throughout the University of California system, and are provided below for your reference.
Key Policies
- UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
- Faculty Code of Conduct (Academic Personnel Manual Section 015)
- General University Policy Regarding Academic Appointment, Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination Policy (Academic Personnel Manual, Section 035)
UCI faculty, staff, and students who believe that they have been discriminated against based on any of the protected categories listed in the applicable policy above have the right to seek resolution through the Office of Equal Opportunity & Diversity (OEOD). OEOD offers both formal and informal resolution options. Use of the informal options does not preclude a complainant from later pursuing the formal process.
Resolution Options
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Informal Resolution
The goal of informal resolution is to address concerns early, allowing parties to cooperatively resolve the situation without a formal investigation. This flexible approach includes options like mediation, counseling, separation, education and training programs, and remedies for those harmed.
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Formal Resolution
The formal resolution process generally involves a fact-finding investigation that results in a report of findings as to whether the Anti-discrimination policy has been violated.
External Agencies
- California Civil Rights Department (CRD)
- Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
- U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR)
Contact Information
- (949) 824-5594
- oeod@uci.edu
For more information, visit the Office of Equal Opportunity & Diversity website.