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Regulations on sociale safety

You will find them in the section 'Social safety'

 

Research perceived social safety within the AHK

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Social safety

The AHK must be a safe environment for everyone. We want to emphasize that socially unsafe situations, boundary-crossing behavior, abuse, intimidation, and similar actions are entirely unacceptable. Any form of inappropriate conduct within our university must be addressed and challenged. Such behavior does not reflect who we strive to be, how we aim to teach, or how we wish to work together.

Safe studying and working
It is vital that you feel comfortable and secure in your studies or workplace. If you have encountered an unsafe situation, please remember that you don’t have to face it alone. We are dedicated to preventing inappropriate behavior and fostering an environment where such issues can be openly addressed, even if they occurred in the past. The values and standards upheld at our university are detailed in our Code of Conduct for Social Safety.

Confidential Advisers
If you experience an unsafe situation, you can always report it to a teacher, dean, supervisor, director, or the Executive Board. If you would rather discuss your experience confidentially, you can reach out to one of AHK’s confidential advisers, who provide a safe space for you to share your story. A confidential adviser will support you, listen, and help you explore possible next steps. Learn more about our confidential advisers.

Complaints Committee
If you would like to take further action and file a formal complaint, you may do so in writing to the Complaints Committee. Please include a description of the situation and any steps you have already taken. For your complaint to be processed, it must contain both your name and the name of the person involved. All complaints are handled with the strictest confidentiality. You can send your complaint to secretariaat-klachtencommissie@ahk.nl.

Click here for information on social safety for staff.

In full confidence
It can be a difficult step to approach a confidential adviser, file a complaint, or report an unsafe situation. However, it is in the best interest of both yourself and your fellow students or colleagues to take that step if there is a valid reason to do so. Please rest assured that your request for help, report, or complaint will be treated with care and attention.

Complaints
If the information on this website does not address your question or situation, or if you would like to discuss what steps to take or where to go for assistance, please visit the AHK Complaints Desk or send your question to klachten@ahk.nl. We will get back to you promptly.

Safe Space
Appreciating, respecting and having an eye for each other are crucial. Together we make the AHK a safe study and working environment.

Confidential advisers
Should you experience unwanted and cross-border behaviour, do not hesitate to talk about it. The confidential advisers are there for you.

 

Student counsellor
The student counsellor informs and guides students on practical and personal matters.

 

Complaints Committee
Do you have a complaint about social safety? You can file a complaint with the Complaints Committee on Undesirable Behaviour. A confidential advisor can help you with this.

 

Studentencoach
During your studies, you can contact the AHK student coach for training and individual coaching.

 

Liaison officers
Would you like help and advice about domestic violence or child abuse in the private sphere? Then you can contact the liaison officer.

 

For employees
Read more information on social safety for employees.

 

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Regulations on sociale safety

You will find them in the section 'Social safety'

 

Research perceived social safety within the AHK

Read the report