Harrassment / Bullying Policy statement

An effective anti-bullying and harassment policy is essential for creating a safe and respectful environment, outlining clear definitions, responsibilities, and procedures for addressing incidents.

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Definition of Bullying and Harassment

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• Bullying is generally characterized as offensive, intimidating, malicious, or insulting behavior that undermines, humiliates, or causes physical or emotional harm to someone. It is recognized that it can be a serious issue in workplace environments.

• Harassment, on the other hand, is defined under law as unwanted conduct related to a protected characteristic (e.g., race, gender, disability) that violates an individual's dignity or creates an intimidating, hostile, degrading, humiliating, or offensive environment. 

 

Ardere Diem's Responsibilities

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• Ardere Diem is morally obligated to prevent bullying and harassment in the classroom. This includes implementing clear policies and ensuring that complaints are taken seriously and addressed promptly. 

• Ardere Diem, its instructors, and students should foster a culture of respect and dignity, where all individuals feel safe to report incidents without fear of retaliation. 

• This policy applies equally to the instructors and to the students.  Ardere Diem will not tolerate harassment or bullying of the instructors to the students or vice versa.

  We are committed to aligning our business practices with other businesses and organizations with strong anti-harassment / anti-bullying policies and procedures. 

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Reporting Procedures

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• Individuals who experience or witness bullying or harassment should report the behavior to us immediately using the contact form located 

• It is crucial for us to maintain confidentiality during investigations and to ensure that all complaints are handled sensitively and fairly. 

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Policy Implementation

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• An effective anti-bullying and harassment policy should include:

• Clear definitions of what constitutes bullying and harassment.

• Procedures for reporting incidents.

• Investigation processes that ensure fairness and confidentiality.

• Consequences for violations, which may include disciplinary action against offenders. 

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Conclusion

 

Having a robust anti-bullying and harassment policy is vital for promoting a positive learning culture. It not only protects instructors and students but also enhances overall productivity and morale by ensuring that everyone is treated with respect and dignity.