Contact Us
If you need immediate help, call 911.
Prefer to speak to someone confidentially?
Have questions about the office or resources? Call 614-247-5838 or TTY 614-688-8605, or email civilrights@osu.edu.
Need to speak to someone in person?
NOTICE
Please be advised that Report Discrimination, Harassment or Sexual Misconduct or Child Abuse and Neglect, and Request Supportive Measures for Pregnancy and Related Conditions forms are currently unavailable as the Maxient platform is offline to undergo necessary, preventative security maintenance. Currently there is no estimated time for full restoration.
Alternative Reporting Methods
We remain committed to reviewing and addressing all concerns in a timely manner. During this outage, please continue to submit reports using any of the following alternative channels:
- Online: File a report via EthicsPoint.
- Phone: Call the Civil Rights Compliance Office (CRCO) at 614-247-5838.
- Email: Send your report to civilrights@osu.edu.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience and flexibility. We will provide another update as soon as the system is fully operational.
The Civil Rights Compliance Office is a dedicated university-wide resource, here to help with receiving, investigating, and resolving reports of discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct. Learn more about the office.
Questions about confidentiality?
Report Discrimination, Harassment or Sexual Misconduct or Child Abuse and Neglect
Request Supportive Measures for Pregnancy and Related Conditions
File an anonymous concern through Ethicspoint (opens in new window)
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Affirmative Action Update
Focus Areas
Harassment and Discrimination Response
The Civil Rights Compliance Office coordinates the university’s response to all complaints of harassment and discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other bases under the law.
Accessibility
We process accommodations for staff, faculty, and visitors to the university, addresses accessibility issues and more.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We ensure equal opportunity in all employment processes from time of hire to separation.
Youth Activities and Programs
We promote the safety and welfare of youth/minors who participate in university activities and programs.
Response Teams
Intake
We receive and assess incoming Civil Rights Compliance Office reports and provide options for reporting, resources and supportive measures.
Investigations
We investigate allegations under Civil Rights Compliance Office policy by gathering, compiling, and assessing evidence to make a determination or presenting it to the relevant adjudicator.
Resolutions
We facilitate the informal resolution process, conduct hearings, and serve as the initial review for the appeals process.
Education
We develop and deliver preventative and responsible educational materials, training, and consultation on Civil Rights Compliance Office’s expectations, policies, and procedures.
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Non-Discrimination, Harassment, and Sexual Misconduct policy training available
CRCO encourages all students and employees to complete training on the university’s Non-Discrimination, Harassment, and Sexual Misconduct policy. -
Students, employees required to take sexual misconduct prevention training
The safety and well-being of the university community is Ohio State’s top priority and a responsibility we all own. To advance this priority, every year Ohio State requires all employees and students... -
Law on Restrooms, Locker Rooms and Changing
Ohio State is committed to a welcoming environment for all members of our community and will continue to support students, faculty and staff.