Beirut Arab University Trans* Equality
Policy Statement
Beirut Arab University celebrates and values the diversity and inclusivity of its students, faculty and staff, and is resolute in applying equitable treatment to all students and employees. BAU is committed to providing a learning and working environment for its community members that is free from discrimination and harassment.
In accordance with its values, and as required by federal and state law, BAU maintains policies and procedures designed to protect students, faculty and staff from discrimination and harassment. BAU recognizes gender identity and gender expression to be among the protected classes within BAU policies including, but not limited to, the Human Rights Policy.
BAU recognizes and values differences between an individual’s assigned gender and gender identity and gender expression, and prohibits discrimination against people on the grounds of one’s identity of Trans*, intersex, or any process of gender transition.
For purposes of this Statement and all BAU policies, Trans* is an umbrella term that can be used to include people who identify as non-binary, gender non-confirming, gender expansive as well as transgender, transsexual, transman, transwoman and other identities not itemized.
BAU works collaboratively with the entire University community in furtherance of these principles, and encourages anyone experiencing any form of discrimination or harassment to submit a report via the University’s Bias Reporting contact the Human Rights Center at BAU in the web site
BAU to ensure equality and fairness in academic work processes for students and staff members of the University and has a code of ethics in which the values ​​of the University are highlighted and the rejection of any type of discrimination that may arise.
BAU Code of Ethics – University Values
The University’s basic values are academic distinction, honesty and integrity in teaching and scientific research, autonomy, freedom in conducting research, respect for individuality and safety, social justice, equality amongst individuals, scientific integrity, good conduct, setting good role-models, and honorable representation of the University. It is the responsibility of the persons active within the context of the University to uphold these values through:
Committing to integrity of behavior which is translatable into professional excellence and ethical behavior.
Adhering to responsible and decisive attitudes in their actions.
Adhering to the practice of tolerance in their human relations.
Openness towards new ideas that intrinsically bear elevated objectives.
Enhancing benevolent and parental relations between staff members and the students.
BAU Code of Ethics – Excellence & Good Treatment
Beirut Arab University is an establishment that is committed to achieving excellence and securing an environment which supports this objective. Likewise, it is committed to the treatment of every individual in the community with respect and integrity.
BAU Code of Ethics – Equality
The University is keen on realizing the principle of equality and the repulsion of extremism and discrimination among members of the human community, and offering them equal opportunities regardless of colour, race, religion, origin, family status, gender, age, physical disability, social status, or social class.
The University has the right to take any and all legal procedures that its lists of rules and regulations enable it to take towards the person(s) that may be in violation of the principle of equality.
Beirut Arab University is committed to ensuring that no-one is disadvantaged as a consequence of their age, disability, ethnic or national origin, gender reassignment, family responsibilities, marital status, pregnancy, religion or political belief, sex and sexual orientation or offending background.
As part of this commitment the University will address issues of discriminatory practice towards staff, students, and external stakeholders. This commitment is reflected in the University’s values which include the promotion of equality and diversity.
Policy Statement
Beirut Arab University strives towards creating a working, learning and social atmosphere which is inclusive and harmonious.
The University will achieve this by:
Embracing a positive attitude towards the promotion of equality on the basis of age, disability, ethnic origin, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation to ensure all reach their full potential.
Further embedding equality and diversity into both academic and non-academic induction and training courses.
Being prepared to understand that fairness and equality is not always about treating people similarly, but can sometimes mean treating people differently.
Acknowledging and celebrating the breadth of experiences and perspectives that people from diverse backgrounds bring to the life of the University.
Eliminating discrimination and prejudice by empowering people to treat each other with respect.
The University’s Approach
The University believes that the most effective way to promote equality and eradicate discrimination is to mainstream the consideration of equality across its functions. In this respect, all employees, students, and visitors to the University have an individual duty to ensure that equality and diversity is actively promoted.
Ultimate responsibility for overseeing this approach rests with the Board of Governors which delegates responsibility to the Principal and Vice Chancellor who, in turn is assisted by the Executive. To ensure there is effective leadership within the University, one of the Vice-Principal and Pro Vice-Chancellors assumes the role of having overall strategic responsibility for the promotion of equality and for the mainstreaming of equality and diversity and is supported by the Equality and Diversity Sub-Committee (EDSC) [2]
Implementation
Mainstreaming equality and diversity is the responsibility of the EDSC, comprised of membership from a wide range of the university’s administrative functions and staff and students to ensure it represents staff and student experiences at the University.
The mainstreaming of equality and diversity includes ensuring that staff are aware of their responsibilities, the University does this through mandatory new staff training and periodic refresher training, both of which are embedded in the University’s values and strategy.
The University is committed to creating and promoting a working and learning environment where everybody is treated with respect.
Responsibilities
Ensure that the University has an effective Equality and Diversity Policy.
Ensure that the University’s equality and diversity policies and action plans are regularly reviewed and updated as necessary, to ensure compliance with all statutory obligations.
Make available the necessary resources for the effective operation of all University activities.
Ensure that responsibility for equality and diversity is properly assigned and promote active acceptance of this responsibility throughout the University.
Work to secure a culture of active engagement with equality and diversity issues.
Beirut Arab University is committed to equal employment and admission opportunities; therefore, it prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, pregnancy and genetic information consistent with the applicable state and federal laws of Lebanon. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to: job selection, job assignment, compensation, performance evaluations, discipline, demotion, termination, benefits and training.
This policy also governs the admission of students and all campus programs, services and activities. BAU does not discriminate on the basis of gender in admission to or employment in its education programs or activities. If at any time an employee feels that he/she has been subjected to or has observed discrimination, the employee must report such conduct to one of the College’s Title IX Coordinators so that an investigation can be initiated and appropriate action be taken. The confidentiality of all such inquiries and reports will be respected to the fullest extent possible.
Students can raise concerns and make reports without fear of reprisal. Students will not be retaliated against in any manner for reporting perceived discrimination pursuant to this policy. Anyone found to be engaging in any type of unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal of the student or employee from the university.
Employees can raise concerns and make reports without fear of reprisal. Employees will not be retaliated against in any manner for reporting perceived discrimination pursuant to this policy. Anyone found to be engaging in any type of unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal of the student or employee from the University.
Beirut Arab University Admissions and Employment Non-Discrimination Policy - Equal Access
BAU is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities and employment. The College supports an environment that fosters respect and values all people. It promotes diversity with fair and impartial treatment of all students and employees in all terms and conditions of admissions and employment.
