Implementation Approach

CUHK adopts a three-pronged approach to implement the Policy – affirmation of core values and equal opportunities, promotion and support, and redress for infringement.

Affirmation of core values and equal opportunities

CUHK celebrates the differences of its community members, as well as their common interests. CUHK emphasizes the rights of all members for equal access and opportunities in its educational programmes, facilities, activities and employment, and shall endeavor to provide such rights to all members free from discrimination of any form. CUHK shall set up programmes to celebrate inclusivity and foster a diverse and inclusive environment for students, staff and visitors/participants of activities that is free from discriminatory acts, sexual harassment, prejudice, hatred, intolerance, harassment and bullying. CUHK has established the Policy Against Sexual Harassment, Grievance Procedures for Employees, Procedures for Dealing with Student Complaints, the Procedure for Handling Serious Misconduct of Employees and the Whistle-blowing Policy. CUHK shall continue to develop and race), harassment, hate incidents and use of information communication technology.

Promotion and support

CUHK shall advocate equity and rights through promotion, education and training of various forms. Successful programmes of the past include respect awareness campaign, promotion of disability awareness, students’ cultural exchange on campus and extended learning experience, education on prevention of sexual harassment, and promulgating core values for positive workplace and performance management.

CUHK shall also establish support services to bridge gaps in equal opportunities and to promote diversity. Current services include disability support services for students, various measures to facilitate women and family friendly working conditions, and dedicated handling and counseling for sexual harassment incidents.

Redress for infringement

CUHK expects all members to abide by the Policy. Restitution and redress will be exercised if and when alleged infringement is reported. Under the Policy, any member has the right to make a complaint free from victimisation or fear of retaliation. CUHK has zero tolerance for any infringement and will handle reports or complaints under the existing procedures (and new ones to be developed) according to the nature of such complaints.

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