The Report + Support platform is here for you. We have dedicated teams to support both students and staff.
If you are thinking about sharing your experience, we understand this can be a difficult decision. That is why we have included clear links and resources to support you throughout the process – so you can make the choice that feels right for you. Please explore the information here at your own pace.
The University takes all reports of bullying, harassment and discrimination seriously. The information submitted via Report + Support will be kept confidentially and only shared in exceptional circumstances.
We will always try to keep you informed and minimise any impact on you. For more details, please see our guidance on ‘Exceptional Circumstance When Your Disclosure Is Shared Externally’ and our Privacy Notice
Information for students
When you use Report + Support, your information is shared with the Equally Safe and Intercultural & Anti-Discrimination Teams. They offer a safe, confidential space where you can share your experience and receive support that is tailored to your needs.
This is not the same as making a formal complaint to the University or contacting the Student Conduct Team.
- If your experience is about another student of the University, you can later decide if would like your report to be passed on to the Conduct Team. We can discuss this with you and only share it with your permission. If your experience is about another student of the University and you want to make a formal complaint, you can do this through the Code of Student Conduct.
- If your experience is about a member of staff of the University and you want to make a formal complaint, you do this through the Student Complaints related to Staff Conduct Procedure
For further support, follow these links for more information for students on Gender Based Violence and Discrimination Support. You can also visit the Respect at Edinburgh pages and the Report + Support articles available, or refer to the Dignity and Respect Policy for further information.
Information for staff
When you use Report + Support, your information is shared with the Report + Support Coordinator and specific HR staff, who can offer you support and guidance. They offer a safe, confidential space where you can share your experience and receive support that is tailored to your needs.
This is not the same as making a formal complaint to the University. If you want to make a formal complaint, you can find guidance for this in the Dignity and Respect Policy. The policy outlines several methods for staff to report, seek support and address unacceptable behaviour, including bullying, discrimination, and harassment.
Report + Support is one of the options available for staff. You are not required to use Report + Support to access support, and you can refer to the Dignity and Respect Policy to decide which option is most appropriate for you.
For further support, you can visit the Respect at Edinburgh pages and the Report + Support articles available, or refer to the Dignity and Respect Policy.