Institutional Responsibilities

TSUULL and its governing bodies are committed to protecting every member of the university community. They do this by implementing the following responsibilities:

1.1. Actively participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of national and institutional programmes, policies, and frameworks aimed at preventing harassment, coercion, discrimination, and violence. This includes aligning university practices with international human rights standards and national legislation.

1.2. Promptly report all identified cases of harassment, forced labor, or coercion to competent law enforcement agencies and internal university authorities, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

1.3. Identify and monitor individuals (students, staff, or faculty) exhibiting patterns or tendencies toward harassment, discrimination, or violent behavior. Interventions may include:

• Counseling and behavioral support;

• Disciplinary action in accordance with university regulations;

• Referral to rehabilitation or training programmes designed to correct behavior.

1.4. Implement preventive and educational initiatives across the university, including:

• Awareness campaigns highlighting acceptable conduct and reporting channels;

• Workshops and seminars on gender equality, respect, and anti-harassment measures;

• Mentorship programmes and peer-support networks to promote safe campus environments.

1.5. Cooperate with external bodies, including governmental agencies, NGOs, and social services, to ensure victims receive:

• Protection and safety;

• Psychological and medical support;

• Assistance in reintegration into academic or professional activities.

1.6. Ensure that all harassment and discrimination cases are handled confidentially, fairly, and without bias. The university strictly prohibits retaliation against complainants, witnesses, or anyone participating in investigations.

 

Protection and Support Measures

Authorized departments, in cooperation with partner organizations, provide comprehensive support and protection to individuals affected by harassment or discrimination.

2.1. Inform victims of available support mechanisms, including social, legal, and psychological services, hotlines, counseling centers, and state assistance programmes.

2.2. Assist victims in navigating reporting processes, including preparing and submitting complaints to law enforcement or university authorities. The university ensures victims have access to:

• Medical evaluations or treatment;

• Legal advice or representation;

• Psychological and trauma-informed counseling.

2.3. Notify relevant authorities immediately if a perpetrator under investigation or disciplinary action re-enters university premises, leaves custody, or poses an ongoing threat, ensuring the victim’s continued safety.

2.4. Offer confidential consultations and implement academic or workplace accommodations, such as:

• Adjusting class schedules or work shifts;

• Temporary relocation to a safe department, office, or campus area;

• Permission for leave of absence without academic or professional penalty;

• Alternative supervision or mentorship arrangements.

These measures aim to minimize disruption to victims’ academic or professional life while ensuring their physical and emotional safety.

 

Grounds for Individual Protection Measures

Individual protection measures may be initiated when there is credible information indicating harassment, discrimination, or violence. These include:

3. 1. A written or verbal complaint submitted by the victim.

3.2. Reports from students, staff, or other witnesses who observed harassment or discrimination.

3.3. Direct identification of harassment, discrimination, or violence by authorized university personnel.

3.4. Information from external authorities, including law enforcement, NGOs, or other organizations.

Upon receiving such information, the Gender Equality Committee and the Board of Trustess must:

• Immediately notify the Rector’s Office;

• Assess the need for urgent protective measures;

• Inform law enforcement authorities if the situation requires

 

Types of Individual Protective Measures

The university may implement the following individual protective measures depending on the severity and risk level of the incident:

4.1. Conduct preventive and educational interviews with the alleged perpetrator to raise awareness of consequences and encourage behavioral change.

4.2. Issue a University Protection Notice to prohibit further contact or intimidation, in coordination with law enforcement if necessary.

4.3. Provide temporary relocation or housing arrangements for the victim, ensuring safety and minimal disruption to studies or work.

4.4. Require the perpetrator to attend mandatory behavioral correction sessions, anti-harassment education, or psychological counseling.

4.5. Restrict contact between the victim and the perpetrator in all university facilities, including:

• Classrooms and lecture halls;

• Dormitories and housing areas;

• Administrative offices and common spaces.

4.6. Ensure ongoing psychological support, academic guidance, and workplace accommodations until the victim is fully reintegrated into academic or professional life.

These measures are reviewed regularly to ensure they remain appropriate and effective.

 

Issuance of a Protection Order

5.1. Protection Orders are issued jointly by TSUULL and law enforcement agencies to guarantee victim safety and restrict perpetrator access.

5.2. Copies of the Protection Order are provided to both the victim and the alleged perpetrator.

5.3. Responsible officers must explain legal implications, including consequences for violating the order and requirements for behavioral correction.

5.4. If the perpetrator refuses to sign the receipt, a formal statement is drawn up in the presence of two independent witnesses.

5.5. Protection Orders must be issued within 24 hours of identifying a credible threat or incident. They remain valid for up to 30 days, with possible extensions based on reassessment of risk.

5.6. If both parties study or work in the same academic unit, the officer must notify the Rector’s Office and relevant Dean within one working day.

5.7. The Dean or Department Head must immediately implement measures to eliminate contact and ensure the victim’s safety, including schedule adjustments or relocation.

 

Institutional Enforcement

6.1. TSUULL ensures strict confidentiality in all harassment and discrimination cases and prohibits any form of retaliation against complainants or witnesses.

6.2. All investigations and disciplinary procedures are conducted in line with the Internal Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy, ensuring fairness, impartiality, and due process.

6.3. The Gender Equality Committee, Student Support Center, and Human Resources Department coordinate with law enforcement, healthcare, and social services to implement protection measures effectively and maintain continuous oversight.

This policy is implemented in full alignment with the Law of the Republic of Uzbekistan “On Protection of Women from Oppression and Violence”, adopted by the Legislative Chamber on August 17, 2019 and approved by the Senate on August 23, 2019.

The law establishes the legal, social, and institutional foundations for safeguarding women’s rights and serves as the principal national framework guiding TSUULL’s preventive, protective, and rehabilitative measures against harassment, discrimination, and violence.

The full text of the law is available at: https://lex.uz/acts/-4494709