A safe and equitable environment for all

The University of Michigan’s Equity, Civil Rights, and Title IX Office provides support, resources and education to promote a safe and non-discriminatory living, learning, and working environment for all members of the university community in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.

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June 1- August 15: Monday – Thursday, 8 AM – 5 PM. Remote on Fridays, no walk-in appointments available.

What Happens When You Contact ECRT?

Whether you are seeking information, exploring options, or ready to share a concern, the University of Michigan’s Equity, Civil Rights, and Title IX office is here to support you with care and respect. You can choose how much you share and bring a support person if that feels helpful.

Our Services

Across six teams, ECRT provides the following services:

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Consultations

ECRT can help you navigate U-M policies and procedures as well as answer questions and concerns. Reach out to us via our forms:

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Support & Accommodations

Supportive measures, adjustments for pregnant and parenting students, and disability-related accommodations are available through ECRT.

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Reporting

ECRT is the central point for responding to and addressing reports of allegations of discrimination, harassment and retaliation by members of the U-M community. All employees are required to report information under U-M policies.

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Resolution Options

Multiple resolution options are available and participation is voluntary. Learn more about informational conversations, mediation services, adaptable resolutions, investigations and other resolution options.

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Digital Accessibility

ECRT is responsible for ensuring the university’s digital presence is accessible to all members of the community, including those with disabilities, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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Training & Workshops

ECRT provides education and training ranging from policy awareness, resources and prevention to responding to disclosures of misconduct and how to report.

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Upcoming Events

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10 Week Accessibility Challenge
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Join the 10-Week Accessibility Challenge to learn more about accessibility basics, best practices, and U-M resources and tools available to help you with this work. This training program is open to all U-M staff, faculty,…
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Disability Navigator Office Hours
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Stop by and chat with the Disability Equity Office’s Disability Navigators. Whether you have questions about supportive resources, workplace accommodations, event accessibility, or general accessibility at the University of Michigan, we’re here to help! You’re…
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Accessibility Specialist Office Hours
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12:00 pm
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Spend a few minutes to an hour with the Disability Equity Office Accessibility Specialists to ask any questions related to reasonable accommodations, the interactive process, general accessibility at U-M, and more! Registration is not required…
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10 Week Accessibility Challenge
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12
10:00 am
Virtual
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Join the 10-Week Accessibility Challenge to learn more about accessibility basics, best practices, and U-M resources and tools available to help you with this work. This training program is open to all U-M staff, faculty,…
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Digital Accessibility Office Hours
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1:30 pm
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Got questions about digital accessibility, Title II compliance, or how to make digital content accessible? -Come to virtual drop-in office hours! -Every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month -1:30 – 3:00pm -Zoom Meeting ID…

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