The federal law known as Title IX was enacted in 1972 to protect people from discrimination based on sex in education. This includes prohibiting unequal treatment based on sex or gender as well as sexual harassment, gender-based harassment and sexual violence at institutions receiving public funding. It is the mandate of the Office of Compliance and Diversity to oversee Title IX Compliance at the College and help if you or others experience any such issues.
CUNY’s Policy on Sexual Misconduct, which includes policies and procedures related to Title IX sexual harassment and other sexual misconduct, was revised on August 14, 2020. You may access the revised policy here.
Our Title IX coordinator and investigators have professional training in responding to sexual and gender-based harassment and provide vital supportive services.
The Office is also your resource for assistance with other forms of harassment and discrimination such as those involving race, color, creed, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, age, immigration status, disability or other areas.
Other types of harassment or discrimination
John Jay College and the City University of New York prohibit harassment or discrimination on the basis of the following categories:
- race, color, ethnicity
- national origin, ancestry, alienage, citizenship, or immigration status
- religion or creed
- age
- sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), gender identity, gender expression
- status as a victim of domestic violence/stalking/sex offenses
- sexual orientation
- marital status or partnership status
- disability
- genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics
- military or veteran status
- unemployment status
- prior arrest or conviction record
- any other legally prohibited basis in accordance with federal, state and city laws.
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