The college aims to be as inclusive as possible, which means all people are treated with respect, no matter their characteristics. When each and every student enrols at Edinburgh College, they sign the Student Agreement. As part of this they agree to the following:

"Any form of discrimination or harassment, directly or indirectly, related to an individual’s race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation or disability will not be tolerated.  Any incidents of bullying, harassment, intimidation, threatening or violent behaviour towards staff, students or visitors will be fully investigated and may result in disciplinary action. This includes incidents that take place via electronic communications, e.g. social media platforms, Teams, email, text."

In order to make Edinburgh College welcoming to everyone, we are all responsible for making the environment inclusive. That could be as simple as holding the door for someone in a wheelchair, or giving up accessible spaces, such as height-adjustable tables and desks, to those who need them most. 

If you witness a hate or misogyny incident at college, it's important to report it. You can choose whether to whether you report it anonymously or with your contact details.

Report hate incidents or misogyny here

If the matter is urgent, or someone has been physically harmed, please contact Police Scotland immediately by phoning 999 (emergency) or 101 (non-emergency).

What are hate incidents and misogyny?

• A Hate Incident is any incident which is perceived by the victim or any other person, to be motivated (wholly or partly) by malice and ill-will towards a victim because of their protected characteristics. Protected characteristics are age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.
• Misogyny is a way of thinking that upholds the primary status of men and a sense of male entitlement, while subordinating women and limiting their power and freedom. Conduct based on this thinking can include a range of abusive and controlling behaviours including rape, sexual offences, harassment and bullying, and domestic abuse.