NSF Supported Events - Code of Conduct Policy

Dear NSF Conference/Symposia/Workshop Participant:

This event is supported all or in part by the NSF under Award No. _______________ and is governed by the NSF PAPPG which became effective February 25, 2019. Note that Chapter II.E.7 of this guide requires that we provide all event participants with information on the University’s policy on sexual harassment, other forms of harassment and sexual assault as well as information about how to report any violations of such policy. For purposes of this requirement, “other forms of harassment” is defined as “Non-gender or non-sex-based harassment of individuals protected under federal civil rights laws, as set forth in organizational policies or codes of conduct, statutes, regulations, or executive orders.”

The University of California is committed to creating and maintaining a community dedicated to the advancement, application, and transmission of knowledge and creative endeavors through academic excellence, where all individuals who participate in University programs and activities can work and learn together in an atmosphere free of harassment, exploitation, or intimidation.

The University has policies, which prohibit discrimination, harassment, and sexual violence and address how to report such violations. These policies include the University of California Policy on Discrimination, Harassment, and Affirmative Action in the Workplace, the University of California Policy on Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment, the UCI Guidelines on Discrimination and Harassment. These policies cover admission, employment, access, and treatment in University programs and activities.

The UC Policy on Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment (Policy) addresses sexual violence, sexual harassment, and retaliation (“Prohibited Conduct”). This Policy outlines the University’s responsibilities and procedures related to Prohibited Conduct in order to ensure an equitable and inclusive education and employment environment free of sexual violence and sexual harassment. UCI Guidelines cover discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, gender transition status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics), genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, or service in the uniformed services. The Policies applies to all University faculty, staff, and students (undergraduates, graduates, and professional students), and third parties. The

The Policy applies at all University campuses, University programs and activities, the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Medical Centers, the Office of the President, and Agriculture and Natural Resources.

The full text of the Policy can be reviewed on the UCI Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity website or the UC Office of the President website. UCI will respond promptly and effectively to reports of Prohibited Conduct and will take appropriate action to prevent, stop, and remedy conduct violates the Policy.

Confidential resources, including the UCI CARE Office, are available to those who have experienced sexual harassment or sexual violence. For non-urgent questions or appointments, call the CARE Office at 949-824-7273 or visit their office during business hours at the UCI Student Center in Suite G320. Additionally, community based Advocates can be reached 24 hours a day through the Waymakers hotline at 949-831-9110. A survivor can make use of confidential resources at any time, regardless of whether the event has been reported to the Title IX office or other authorities. For more information about UCI CARE and other support services at UC Irvine, see  Resources for Sexual Violence | OEOD | UCI

Any person may report incidents of sexual harassment, discrimination or sexual violence to the campus Title IX office, which is named the Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity (OEOD). Contact OEOD by visiting www.oeod.uci.edu or by calling 949-824-5594.

Reports to law enforcement can be made to UC Irvine’s police department (UCIPD) for on-campus incidents or to the local department where the crime occurred. A confidential advocate from the UCI CARE Office or UCIPD staff can help determine which police department to contact. In an emergency, dial 911, or to reach the UCIPD’s 24-hour line, call 949-824-5223. Reports to UCIPD can be made in person at 410 Peltason Drive.