Protection of Persons Reporting Discrimination

All people policies

1. Purpose

To protect any member of the community who reports discrimination or misconduct from retaliation.

2. Scope

This policy applies across Future University in Egypt — all faculties, the Dental Hospital, the training Pharmaceutical Factory, student housing and administrative units — and to students, faculty, staff and, where stated, contractors and suppliers.

3. Definitions

Retaliation

Any educational or employment disadvantage imposed because a person reported discrimination or misconduct in good faith.

Good faith

A report made with honest belief in its truth, whether or not it is ultimately upheld.

4. Policy statement

• No person who reports discrimination in good faith shall suffer educational or employment disadvantage as a result.
• An open-door escalation route and access to a resident psychologist are available to those affected.
• Retaliation against a reporter is itself a disciplinary offence.

5. Procedures

1. Reports may be made in person, in writing or through the confidential channel.
2. The identity of the reporter is protected to the extent compatible with a fair investigation.
3. Any act of retaliation is investigated and may lead to disciplinary action.
4. Support, including counselling, is offered to the reporter throughout.

6. Roles and responsibilities

• Responsible officer for conduct — protects the reporter's identity and investigates retaliation.
• Psychological Health and Human Development Center — provides counselling and support.

7. Related policies

• Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Anti-Harassment Policy and Complaint Procedure

8. Legal and cultural alignment

Supports a culture of trust and social solidarity (takaful) by protecting those who speak up, consistent with university values and Egyptian norms of collective responsibility.

9. Monitoring and review

Reviewed at least every three years, or sooner if Egyptian law, regulations of the Supreme Council of Universities, or THE/accreditation requirements change. The policy owner is responsible for monitoring how it is applied.

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