Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policies at UNS
Institutional and Legal Basis
Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS) has established a comprehensive, legally binding institutional framework that explicitly prohibits discrimination, harassment, and all forms of violence across the university. This framework is implemented through multiple interconnected regulations that ensure both normative commitment and enforceable mechanisms.
The key policies include:
Rector Regulation No. 7 of 2025 on Prevention and Handling of Violence
This is the university’s core regulatory instrument governing anti-harassment and anti-discrimination. It adopts a victim-centered, gender-sensitive, and non-discriminatory approach, covering physical, psychological, sexual, and gender-based violence, as well as bullying, discrimination, and intolerance.
Circular Letter No. 81.4/UN27/HK.06/2024 on Inclusive and Anti-Discrimination Campus
Establishes the institutional commitment to an inclusive academic environment and explicitly prohibits discriminatory practices in all university activities. It also mandates equal access to education, career development, and campus services.
Rector Regulation No. 38 of 2023 on Employee Management
Embeds non-discrimination as a core principle (Article 3) and institutional value (“harmonious”), emphasizing respect for diversity regardless of background.
Board of Trustees Regulation No. 04 of 2021 on UNS Employees
Ensures an open, performance-based, and non-discriminatory employment system, explicitly prohibiting discrimination based on ethnicity, religion, race, or group.
Rector Regulation No. 48 of 2023 on Prevention and Handling of Sexual Violence
Reinforces protection against sexual violence and discrimination, including victim support, complaint mechanisms, and sanctions.
Together, these policies form an integrated anti-discrimination and anti-harassment framework that applies across academic, administrative, and employment domains.
Scope of Protection
The UNS policy framework provides protection for all members of the university community, including:
- students
- academic staff
- administrative staff
- international staff and stakeholders
The policies explicitly prohibit discrimination and harassment based on:
- gender, religion, age, and social background
- ethnicity, race, and political views
- disability and minority status
- sexual orientation and refugee status
This broad scope ensures alignment with principles of equality, human rights, and inclusivity across all university operations.
Reporting, Enforcement, and Accountability Mechanisms
To ensure that policies are actively implemented and enforceable, UNS has established a structured system supported by formal procedures and dedicated institutional bodies.
Dedicated Enforcement Body
Violence Prevention and Handling Task Force (PPK Task Force)
Operates directly under the Rector and is responsible for prevention, reporting intake, investigation, victim support, and recommendations.
Accessible Reporting Channels
Multi-channel reporting system:
- telephone
- QR code (digital reporting access)
- Time-Bound Case Handling
The regulation ensures transparency and accountability through defined timelines:
- initial response within 3 working days
- case assessment within 7 working days
- investigation within 30 working days
- final recommendation and rector’s decision within a defined timeframe
Sanctions System
A tiered sanction system ensures proportional accountability:
- minor: written warning, formal apology
- moderate: suspension, demotion, restriction of rights
- severe: permanent dismissal or termination of partnership
This structure guarantees legal certainty, victim protection, and institutional accountability.
Implementation and Awareness
UNS ensures that anti-discrimination and anti-harassment policies are not merely formal documents but are actively implemented through institutional programs and campus practices:
- Education and Awareness Programs
Regular seminars on sexual violence prevention and workshops integrating these issues into academic curricula.
- Inclusive Campus Facilities
Provision of worship facilities for six recognized religions, reflecting interfaith harmony and inclusivity as part of UNS’s identity as the “Fortress of Pancasila.”
- Support Systems for Vulnerable Groups
Including accessible facilities for persons with disabilities, lactation rooms, and support programs for marginalized groups.
These initiatives strengthen policy implementation by embedding inclusivity into campus culture and daily practices.