The TFSP should work as a supportive measure, providing grad workers with a way out of abusive situations, not as a way to coerce workers into reporting. Reporting systems would not immediately solve these problems.
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The University of Michigan is taking big steps to address sexual misconduct and institutional problems, hiring consultant Guidepost Solutions after a law firm uncovered sexual misconduct by then-Provost Martin Philbert. Let me say today and always to those who may have suffered harm, that we believe you. We value you. And want you to come forward with trust and confidence in our systems, and without fear of retaliation, U of M President Mark Schlissel said during Thursday s meeting.
Here are some of the changes:
The university s Office of Institutional and Equity will be replaced with the new Equity, Civil Rights, and Title IX Office. It will be led with a focus on care, support, education and prevention, according to the presentation. This office will report directly to the university president and will add 12 new positions to assist community members, improve investigative practices, do follow-ups, and provide oversight of sanct