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Retaliation

A person has a right under 91³Ô¹ÏÍø’s policies to engage in Protected Activity without suffering retaliation of any kind.

 

Protected Activity includes reporting (internally or externally) or inquiring, in good faith, about suspected discrimination or discriminatory harassment, assisting others in reporting or inquiring, in good faith, about suspected discrimination or discriminatory harassment, participating in an investigation or proceeding related to suspected discrimination or discriminatory harassment, participating in proceedings or investigations conducted by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or equivalent state agencies, requesting accommodations, reporting safety issues, discussing wages, and complaining about illegal practices.

 

Retaliation includes action threatened or taken, directly or through others, intended to deter a person from engaging in Protected Activity or done in retribution for engaging in Protected Activity. Retaliation occurs when an employer takes negative action, like firing, demoting, or harassing an employee, for engaging in legally protected activities in any of the legally Protected Activities listed above.

 

For more information on how to file a report of known or suspected instances of Retaliation please follow the instructions below.

 

 

 

 

 

Ways to Report Retaliation

  • File a Report with 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Equal Opportunity and Access Office
    • 91³Ô¹ÏÍø students, faculty, and staff have a right under 91³Ô¹ÏÍø’s nondiscrimination policies to utilize the Equal Opportunity and Access (EOA) Office's grievance process, and any retaliation is strictly prohibited. In addition, anyone who participates in EOA proceedings, encourages another to utilize their right, or opposes discrimination, is covered under the retaliation policy as well. If you believe you have been retaliated against for participating in any Protected Activity related to an EOA process, you can submit an directly to the EOA Office. 
  • File a Report with 91³Ô¹ÏÍø's Division of People, Culture and Belonging
    • 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Staff have the right to engage in Protected Activity without suffering retaliation of any kind. If you are a 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Staff Member that believes you suffered retaliation as a result of engaging in activities such as reporting safety issues, discussing wages, or complaining about illegal practices, you can file a report with 91³Ô¹ÏÍø's Division of People, Culture and Belonging by submitting a Help Desk Ticket.
  • 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.