Bias Prevention & Response Team
State University of New York - Oswego
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What is a bias-related incident?
Bias-related incidents include acts that are motivated by bias, but may not meet the necessary elements required to prove a crime.
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How do I Report a Bias-Related Incident?
Recognizing historical barriers to reporting bias-related incidents, including fear of not being believed, fear of no action, and fear of retaliation, SUNY Oswego believes strongly in a culture of reporting and accountability. If you know of, have witnessed, or were the target of an incident motivated by age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, race, religion, or sexual orientation (perceived or confirmed), please fill out a Bias-Related Incident Report or contact a member of the Bias Prevention and Response Team. Reports may also be made directly to the Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer, 710 Culkin Hall, 315-312-4478, the Dean of Students, 501 Culkin Hall, 315-312-5483, University Police, Pathfinder Hall, 315-312-5555 or the Affirmative Action Officer, 315-312-2285.
What happens after I report an incident?
All reports are reviewed promptly by the Bias Prevention Response Team to determine the level of urgency and identify an appropriate plan for follow-up.
If the reporting individual has identified themself in the report and has indicated they are willing to be contacted, a member of the BPRT will reach out to them directly to offer support and to learn more about what occurred. If other individuals are listed in the report (i.e., witnessed, accused, etc.), they may also be contacted as part of the information-gathering process.