Posted below are a number of informational resources related to UMKC’s policies and protocols as they apply to how we address discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual misconduct.

Policies (link)
Links to applicable policies related to discrimination and harassment, sexual misconduct, and free expression.

Process Flowcharts (link)
Process flowcharts for the investigation and resolution of complaints of discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual misconduct.

Guidance for Complainants (link)
Guidance specific to the individual alleging a violation of University policy regarding the investigation and resolution of complaints of discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual misconduct.

Guidance for Respondents (link)
Guidance specific to the individual alleged to have violated University policy regarding the investigation and resolution of complaints of discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual misconduct.

What Are My Rights? (link)
Rights of those involved in the investigation of a complaint or its resolution, including Complainants, Respondents, and witnesses.

Investigative Report & Review Period (link)
Information on the components of the Investigative Report and the review period afforded to Complainants and Respondents.

Role of an Investigator (link)
Information on the role of an investigator in the investigation and resolution of complaints of discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual misconduct.

Advisors (Title IX) (link)
An explanation of the role and limitations of an Advisor in the investigation and resolution of complaints under Title IX.

Support Persons (link)
An explanation of the role and limitations of a support person in the investigation and resolution of complaints of discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual misconduct, under Title IX and the Equity Resolution Process.

FAQs for Complainants & Respondents (link)
A list of questions and answers for Complainants and Respondents in the Resolution Process for Title IX or the Equity Resolution Process.

FAQs for Witnesses (link)
A list of questions and answers for individuals serving as witnesses in the Resolution Process for Title IX or the Equity Resolution Process.

Providing Evidence and Determining Witnesses (link)
As part of an investigation and resolution of a complaint, you will need to provide evidence and a list of potential witnesses to our team.  Providing Evidence and Determining Witnesses outlines the information you should expect to make available to investigators team.