Ombudsperson

The ombudsperson is a mediator who ensures everyone at Dalhousie is treated fairly and respectfully. They provide accessible, independent, impartial, and confidential support to help you get a fair and equitable resolution of any university-related issue (academic or non-academic).

Some examples of when you could reach out to the ombudsperson are:

• You want to discuss a sensitive issue in confidence, including:
• Student and supervisor/instructor/professor relationships
• Abuse of power, bullying, or unfair treatment
• Fear of coming forward or of acting to stop unacceptable behaviour
• You are unsure about which rules, policies or procedures apply to your situation
• You feel that a particular rule or policy has been applied unfairly
• You feel that your learning has been affected by the conduct and behaviour of another person
• You require someone to help facilitate communication between you and a university administrator 

Find out more at www.dal.ca/ombudsperson or if you have questions, please email: ombuds@dal.ca

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