Harassment and sexual misconduct
All individuals have the right to live, study and work in an environment where they feel safe and are free from harm. The University of Surrey is committed to preventing and responding to all forms of harassment and sexual misconduct without exception.
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Definitions
Find out how the University defines harassment, sexual misconduct and intimate personal relationships between students and staff.
How to make a report
If you, or someone else, has experienced harassment or sexual misconduct, there are a variety of ways in which you can report it. Visit our report pages for full details of different reporting routes.
What happens when a report is made?
The University of Surrey is committed to promoting a zero-tolerance approach to harassment and sexual misconduct. This means that every incident will be treated seriously, via proportionate investigation/action, in order to promote a safe environment for students, staff and visitors. The University leadership is committed to fostering environments free from harassment and sexual misconduct and will ensure that managers and supervisors have the tools to address issues that arise.
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The University of Surrey has launched an approach to help better respond to sexual misconduct allegations in higher education.