International European University is a safe and welcoming community that fosters and maintains a healthy environment and a culture of mutual respect and esteem. We have created conditions where all members can develop without fear of harassment, bullying, discrimination, sexual violence, abuse, coercion, and more.

COMPLAINT ABOUT STUDENT OR STAFF BEHAVIOR

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- Complaint form

- What to do?

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Report harassment, bullying, discrimination, or sexual harassment

The university supports students in addressing any issue arising from harassment, bullying, discrimination, or sexual harassment. Whether you choose to report it or not, it is essential that you have access to the support you need. Talk to your group supervisor, tutor, or the Director of the Educational and Scientific Institute, or use the independent free counseling service in Kyiv.

You can use the violation report form here.

Anonymous reporting

If for any reason you do not wish to identify yourself, you can report incidents of bullying, harassment, or sexual misconduct to the university anonymously using the anonymous report form.

This is completely anonymous and will help the university understand the prevalence and type of misconduct occurring within the university. However, the purpose of this report is to collect statistical information, and it will not lead to any action regarding a specific incident.

Reporting to the police

If you believe a criminal offense has been committed, you may report it to the police. We also ask that you inform the university administration in such cases.

The university will do everything possible to limit any interaction between you and the student or staff member you have reported while the criminal investigation is ongoing.

Important! The university will never report to the police without your consent unless silence about the event poses a threat to your or others' safety!

How to file a complaint against another student

If you have been subjected to physical violence, abusive behavior, or sexual harassment, you must report it so that action can be taken.

• Step 1: Filing a complaint – Fill out the form.
• Step 2: You will be invited to discuss the details and next steps.
• Step 3: If it is determined that there is a significant risk to you or others at the university, preventive measures may be taken to avoid contact while the investigation is ongoing.
• Step 4: Within two business days, you will receive feedback regarding your complaint and information on the next steps.
• Step 5: The Vice-Rector for Student Affairs will propose a meeting with you to discuss your complaint in detail. You may bring a witness, friend, or even a lawyer with you.
• Step 6: The Vice-Rector will invite the person against whom you filed the complaint for a separate meeting.
• Step 7: After the investigation, the Vice-Rector will write a report and recommend actions to limit further interaction between you and the other student.
• Step 8: You will be informed of the outcome of your complaint. Both you and the other student will need to sign a commitment letter. If either party disagrees with the outcome, you can schedule a personal meeting with the President of the International European University.

Disciplinary Procedure

The disciplinary procedure involves an official university investigation. If a violation has occurred, you can initiate this process by submitting a complaint form. Your complaint will be reviewed according to the university's code of conduct, which strictly prohibits physical abuse, sexual harassment, and cruel behavior. .

Once you submit the form, the following process occurs:

• The head of the university's legal department may meet with you to clarify the details of the violation.
• The respondent will be prohibited from contacting you while the investigation is ongoing.
• You may need to attend a University Disciplinary Committee meeting to provide testimony.

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How to File a Complaint Against a University Employee

If you wish to file a complaint against a university employee, complete the form and/or report sexual misconduct, and send it via email to .

You may be invited to meet with the head of the University Disciplinary Committee to discuss further steps.

You will never be in the same room as the perpetrator during the investigation. You will be informed of the outcome of your complaint and any actions that directly affect you.

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Anonymous Reporting of Harassment or Sexual Misconduct

You can anonymously report what happened to you or others. Anonymous complaints are used by the university administration to understand what issues need attention, but no direct action will be taken based on them.

Anonymous Complaint

This type of complaint allows anyone who is or has been a student, employee, or visitor of the university to anonymously report any inappropriate behavior by staff, students, or community members, including harassment, bullying, discrimination, and sexual misconduct. The university administration takes these types of complaints very seriously.

We understand that it can sometimes be very difficult to file an open complaint. Therefore, the university administration allows anyone who has experienced or witnessed violations to fill out an anonymous form below.

The information you provide will be collected and analyzed to help track the prevalence of incidents and understand what needs to be changed and addressed by university leadership.

Note! Keep in mind that the university cannot take direct action based on anonymous reports. Anonymous complaints are used by the administration to understand what issues need attention.

If you want official action to be taken, report the incident formally or file a police report.