Zero tolerance

At AU, we place a high priority on treating each other with decency and respect, and we have zero tolerance for any form of harassment, bullying, violence or discrimination. No one should have to experience this.

It is a terrible experience for the victim, and it can have far-reaching consequences. The university must be a good place to study, work and play for all students and employees. We have a shared responsibility to create a positive and well-functioning academic environment and work environment.

Every year, students are exposed to harassment, bullying, violence or discrimination: not many, but one case is too many. You’re not alone if someone behaves unacceptably to you: AU encourages you to seek help and support.

You have several options. You can contact your student counsellor and together, you can agree on what actions should be taken. You can also get help from the head of your department/school, the director of studies for your degree programme, and from other employees at your department/school. No matter who you turn to for help, you can be sure that it will be handled confidentially.

Examples of unacceptable and abusive behaviour

Violence
Threats of violence
All forms of harassment, for example sexual harassment
Bullying
Discrimination of any kind

See more examples and definitions

Experienced student counsellors can help you (move on)

You can contact a student counsellor at your department/school/faculty. Student counsellors can talk through the experience with you, and can help you decide what further action needs to be taken. The student counsellors can refer you to different partners who can provide additional help. You are welcome to bring a friend with you to the meeting, which will naturally be confidential.

Other sources for help and guidance that are not organised by AU

The Student Council’s Legal Aid service

Studenterrådets Retshjælp (translated: "The Student Council's Legal Aid") is run by the Student Council and can give you free and impartial advice on cases concerning e.g. harassment, bullying, violence and discrimination. They are independent of the university, and they can accompany you to meetings etc. if you need it. The Student Council’s Legal Aid service has a duty of confidentiality. This means that your information will be treated as confidential and will not be disclosed.

AU Helpline with volunteer AU students

You can contact AU Helpline anonymously. You can talk through your experience with another AU student who has received training in listening to and supporting those who seek help. AU Helpline was established by students from AU. The Helpline is run by volunteer students who offer anonymous and confidential telephone counselling to fellow students.

Revised 19.05.2021 -

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