Confidentiality

 

Equity and Human Rights Services (EHRS) is an impartial office available to all members of the Western community (students and employees) for matters relating to harassment, discrimination and employment equity.  Information shared during consultations with EHRS will be held in confidence. 

Nevertheless, there are situations where confidentiality must be balanced with the University’s legal obligations.  EHRS and/or the University may have an obligation to disclose information to the appropriate authorities:

  • when required by law or court order,
  • where there is a threat to the health, welfare or security of any person; or,
  • where there are repeated complaints or a pattern of repeated behavior exists.

If you have questions regarding confidentiality, please contact EHRS at equity@uwo.ca or by telephone at 519.661.2111 x83334.