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More support for reporting inappropriate behaviour or breaches of integrity

More support for reporting inappropriate behaviour or breaches of integrity

Published on 09-12-2025
The UvA is committed to fostering a positive working and learning environment in which everyone treats each other with respect. Nevertheless, you may experience undesirable behaviour, a breach of integrity, or a wrongdoing. In such cases, there are various places where you can seek support and there are several ways to report an issue. In recent months, the options have been further expanded.
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Support if you are accused of undesirable behaviour

The UvA now has dedicated confidential advisers who provide support to students and staff who have been accused of undesirable behaviour. These confidential advisers can help you navigate the situation and explain the process involved.

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Support if you suspect a breach of integrity

Do you suspect a breach of integrity (such as theft, bribery, abuse of power, or self-enrichment through fraud)? You can contact the confidential advisers for inappropriate behaviour and integrity, the OmbudspersonExternal link, or the Reporting Point for Social Safety and IntegrityExternal link.

Do you suspect fraud, plagiarism, or another violation of academic integrity? Raise your concerns at an early stage. You can contact one of the confidential advisers for academic integrityExternal link.

Changes to whistleblowing procedures

If you suspect a wrongdoing within the UvA, you can report it (whistleblowing). The Whistleblowers' Regulations have been amended in several respects. The new regulations are available on this page. Here you can read what constitutes a wrongdoing, how to report it, what support is available, and how you are protected.

Read more about whistleblowingExternal link

Reporting Point for Social Safety and Integrity

Not sure who to turn to? Would you like to discuss the issue with someone first? You can now also contact the Reporting Point for Social Safety and IntegrityExternal link.

More information: uva.nl/socialsafety

Visit uva.nl/socialsafetyExternal link to learn more about social safety at the UvA.

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