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Policies protecting those reporting discrimination

Università IULM has a clear policy in place to protect individuals reporting discrimination from educational or employment disadvantage. This protection is embedded within the university’s broader Gender Equality Plan and is formally regulated by its whistleblowing framework, which applies to all employees, students, and third parties connected to the university.

The whistleblowing framework explicitly guarantees that no retaliation, educational or employment disadvantage will occur against those who submit a legitimate report. This commitment is fully compliant with Italian national legislation, in particular D. Lgs. n. 24/2023, which transposes the EU Whistleblowing Directive, thereby ensuring consistency with the highest European standards.

To operationalize this policy, IULM provides a dedicated online whistleblowing platform, designed to safeguard confidentiality, anonymity, and protection of whistleblowers. The platform allows individuals to submit reports in a secure environment, where personal identity can remain undisclosed. All reports are received and assessed by the Supervisory Body (Organismo di Vigilanza), which is responsible for guaranteeing impartial handling of cases and protecting the privacy of the whistleblower at every stage of the process.

In addition to the internal protection framework, IULM ensures that individuals who feel that their reports have not been adequately addressed through internal channels may escalate their cases to the National Anti-Corruption Authority (ANAC), further strengthening external oversight and reinforcing protections against possible reprisals.

By embedding these safeguards into both its governance system and inclusion strategy, IULM not only complies with legal requirements but also reinforces a cultural commitment to transparency, fairness, and protection from discrimination. This framework ensures that students, faculty, and staff can report concerns without fear of retaliation, contributing to a safe and inclusive university environment.