National Science Foundation Anti-Harassment Policy
It is the policy of the National Science Foundation (NSF) that all personnel supported by NSF awards must comport themselves in a responsible and accountable manner during the award performance period to help ensure all NSF-funded research and learning environments are free from harassment. The NSF will not tolerate sexual harassment, other forms of harassment, or sexual assault within the agency, at awardee institutions, field sites, facilities, conferences, workshops, online or anywhere NSF-funded science or education is conducted.
Clarkson University’s Commitment to Safe Research Environment
Clarkson University is committed to creating and maintaining overall an educational, working, and living environment free from discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, and retaliation, as described in its Policy on Gender Discrimination and Sexual Harassment. Furthermore, in accordance with National Science Foundation (NSF) policy that all NSF-funded research and learning environments (including conferences and workshops) are free from harassment, Clarkson seeks to provide a safe and productive meeting environment that fosters open dialogue and the exchange of scientific ideas, promotes equal opportunities and treatment for all participants. Clarkson University’s Title IX Coordinator or designated Offical with Authority investigates alleged violations of its policies and recommends or takes interim actions where needed. The Title IX Coordinator will notify the AOR and additional external authorities as appropriate. The AOR facilitates any required notifications to the NSF the Office of Diversity and Inclusion. Conference attendees wishing to report an allegation of discrimination, harassment or retaliation, including sexual harassment or sexual assault, may file a complaint with Clarkson University or the NSF’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion. If a conference attendee has immediate safety concerns and/or wishes to report the matter to law enforcement, they should contact the Clarkson University’s Campus Safety Department or local law enforcement.
NSF Awardee Civil Rights Compliance Program
Participant Notice
The message to Participants below complies with the NSF requirements and must be provided to all participants prior to and during NSF-supported conferences, symposia and workshops.