#  University NDAB Policies & Procedures 

 



##  Learn more about University Policies & Procedures 

 Non-Discrimination and Anti-Bullying 

 

 

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Photo by Stephanie Mitchell/Harvard University## Policies & Procedures

Harvard University is committed to providing an environment where each of us can participate fully in the life of the University, whether we are studying, teaching, conducting research, or working in other ways.

University-wide policies concerning discrimination and bullying were reviewed and drafted during a three-year, community-based process. The resulting [Non-Discrimination and Anti-Bullying (NDAB) Policies](https://provost.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum12476/files/2025-07/non-discrimination_and_anti-bullying_policies.pdf) became effective on September 1, 2023.

[Local Designated Resources (LDRs)](https://csndr.harvard.edu/local-designated-resource) at each school and in Central Administration have been appointed to support the community with resources and information about the NDAB Policies.



 

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##  Harvard Policies 

**Our Commitments**

Harvard University is committed to the principles of equal opportunity in education and employment. Discrimination on the basis of the following protected categories, or any other legally protected basis, is unlawful and is prohibited by the [Non-Discrimination Policy](https://provost.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum12476/files/2025-07/non-discrimination_and_anti-bullying_policies.pdf).

- Age (40+)
- Race
- Color
- National Origin
- Sex (including gender identity and gender expression, as well as pregnancy)
- Genetic Information
- Ancestry
- Religion
- Caste
- Creed
- Veteran Status
- Disability
- Military Service
- Sexual Orientation
- Political Beliefs

In pursuit of the University’s mission of learning, teaching, research, and discovery, Harvard is committed to cultivating a community that is open, welcoming, and inclusive, and that supports all community members. Bullying, hostile and abusive behavior, and power-based harassment directly threaten the ability of community members to engage in the free exchange of ideas and pursue their educational and professional goals. Such behaviors, as defined in the [Anti-Bullying Policy](https://provost.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum12476/files/2025-07/non-discrimination_and_anti-bullying_policies.pdf), are prohibited at Harvard.

The full [Non-Discrimination and Anti-Bullying Policies](https://provost.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum12476/files/2025-07/non-discrimination_and_anti-bullying_policies.pdf) and other relevant policies are [available on the Provost’s Office website](https://provost.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum12476/files/2025-07/non-discrimination_and_anti-bullying_policies.pdf).



 

 



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##  Procedures 

The flowchart below provides a simplified visual depiction of the University’s process. For detailed information regarding the investigative process, please visit the full Non-Discrimination and Anti-Bullying Policies, which are [available on the Provost’s Office website](https://provost.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum12476/files/2025-07/non-discrimination_and_anti-bullying_policies.pdf). If you would like to learn more about any aspect of the policies or procedures, you may also request an informational meeting with your [Local Designated Resource (LDR)](https://csndr.harvard.edu/local-designated-resource).



 

 



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##  Contact NDAB Compliance 

Email: [csndr\_ndab@harvard.edu](mailto:csndr_ndab@harvard.edu)



 

 

 

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