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Bias or Discrimination

91³Ô¹ÏÍø is committed to equal opportunity and fostering an environment where all members of the university community, including students, faculty, staff, postdocs, and campus guests, can learn, work, and participate in an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

 

EOA Policies cover discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected class, including race, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, and genetic information, and related retaliation.

 

Questions about EOA’s policies, procedures, or services may be directed to the EOA Office by emailing

eoa@vanderbilt.edu or calling 615-343-9336

 

To report an incident or request accommodations or other services, please follow the instructions below.

 

Ways to Report Bias or Discrimination

  • File a Report 91³Ô¹ÏÍø's Equal Opportunity and Access Office (EOA)
    • Individuals who have experienced bias or discrimination can directly on the EOA website.
  • File a Report with 91³Ô¹ÏÍø's Compliance Helpline (RealResponse)

    RealResponse is a secure reporting system that supports real-time, anonymous communication via the RealResponse web platform, text message, WhatsApp, or email. 91³Ô¹ÏÍø's University Compliance Services Team uses RealResponse so individuals can submit concerns and receive follow‑up information or resources while keeping their identity protected, if they choose.

    Reports may be submitted anonymouslyÌý´Ç°ùÌýconfidentially.

    • Anonymous Report: includes no identifying information and cannot be traced to the reporter.
    • Confidential Report: includes the reporter’s identity, which is protected but may be disclosed when required by law, to address health or safety concerns, or to comply with obligations such as Title IX or the Clery Act. Please consider these limits when choosing a reporting option.

    ¶Ù´ÇÌýnot use this system to report emergencies or situations posing an immediate threat to life or property. Reports submitted here may not receive an immediate response. For emergency assistance, contact local authorities.

    91³Ô¹ÏÍø reviews every report and takes appropriate action. Providing as much detail as possible helps support a thorough review. In most cases, findings and any resulting actions must remain confidential and cannot be shared with the reporter.

    Submit an online report with RealResponse:

    • Submit an 
    • Submit a 
    • Anonymously Text a Report: 1-833-928-2639
      • RealResponse conceals the Reporter's phone number from 91³Ô¹ÏÍø personnel. 
    • Anonymously Text a Report via 
      • RealResponse conceals the Reporter's phone number from 91³Ô¹ÏÍø personnel. 
    • Anonymously Email a Report: 91³Ô¹ÏÍøReporting@vanderbilt.realresponse.com
      • RealResponse conceals the Reporter's email from 91³Ô¹ÏÍø personnel.