Dignity and Respect Policy
The Dignity and Respect Policy supports a respectful work and study environment free from bullying and harassment.
Trinity is committed to supporting a collegiate environment in which staff, students and other community members are treated with dignity and respect. Bullying and harassment (including sexual and racial harassment) are not tolerated in Trinity.
The following policies lay out:
- roles and responsibilities
- sources of help and support
- informal and formal procedures for addressing any bullying or harassment issues that may arise. Mediation is also available.
Information and Support
Dignity, Respect & Consent Service
The DR&C Service supports Staff, Students, and Others in matters relating to dignity, respect, and consent in Trinity College Dublin.
The University is committed to promoting a positive environment for Staff, Students, and Other community members, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect, where work and study is free from bullying, harassment, or sexual misconduct.
Find out more about the DR&C Service, the Dignity & Respect and Sexual Misconduct Policies, the processes for disclosures and complaints, training, and resources.
The Equality Officer is happy to advise staff and students on the provisions of the Dignity and Respect Policy, but the Officer will not support a particular "side" in any alleged case of bullying or harassment. This is so that the Equality Office can remain a neutral source of information for everyone in the Trinity community.
Implementation
Human Resources and the EDI Sub-Committee have particular responsibility for ensuring the implementation of the Dignity and Respect Policy. However, all members of the Trinity community are needed to maintain a respectful, inclusive and collegial environment in our university.
What can I do?
- Read the Dignity and Respect Policy.
- Take the EDI in HE or other training programmes
- Lead by example - treat others with dignity and respect
- Consider how others might be affected by your words and actions
- Support your colleagues / classmates, and speak up if you witness inappropriate behaviour
- Contact the Equality Officer with any questions or suggestions about the Dignity and Respect Policy
- Speak to the Sources of Support outlined above if you have been bullied / harassed, or accused of bullying / harassment