Social safety
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At Maastricht University, we are committed to providing a (socially) safe working and learning environment. However, it is possible that you may encounter an undesirable situation. Below you can find where you can go for support, information, and prevention.
Direct contact
When you’re feeling unsafe, you want help as quickly as possible. Click on the items on the right to find the support that suits your needs.
I am a student
Read how UM's confidential advisers can help you as a student. If needed, we’ll refer you to the appropriate support.
I am an employee
As an employee, you can find all information concerning social safety and a safe work environment on the employee intranet.
I am a former employee or an external staff member
As a former or external staff member, you’re also welcome to contact our experts in social safety.
I am a manager
As a manager, you’ll find all the information on the intranet to help prevent unwanted situations and what to do if you do face one.
Social safety for students
No matter your situation: we will listen to you, and work out ways to support you. Together with you, we will find a way to better your situation. Everything you tell us, stays confidential and anonymous.
Are you a student and do you need support?
Our confidential advisers are here for you Make an appointment with a confidential adviser immediately
Social safety for employees and former employees
"Even when you're in doubt, just reach out."
“We’re also here for employees, both internal and external, as well as former staff members. We assist with workplace conflicts, integrity issues such as conflicts of interest, and of course, undesirable behaviour. This includes (sexual) harassment or bullying, but it’s certainly not limited to that.
The message from our Social Safety experts is: 'If you feel unsafe, contact us. Even if you're unsure or don’t know exactly who to turn to: we’ll help you move forward in any case.’”
Esther Goethart, coordinator of the Concerns en Complaints Point
More information for employees
More information for former employees
More information for external employees
If you have experieced or observed undesirable behaviour, or if you have been accused of it, you can reach out to our Social Safety experts. Read more or contact us using the links on the right.
Support in unwanted situations
I have observed undesirable behaviour and would like to report something I have been accused of undesirable behaviour and I need help I have experienced undesirable behaviour and need immediate support
How do the Social Safety experts work?
The Social Safety experts work impartially and independently. They offer you a listening ear, are a sounding board, and work with you to find a good solution to your question. There is always a colleague available who knows all the informal and formal pathways within the university and will help you determine who is best suited to assist you with your question, concern, report, or complaint. Of course, you are also welcome to simply vent. All conversations with the social safety experts are confidential.
A safe environment is essential for your growth at UM. Sexual misconduct is not something you should be confronted with. The university is here for you, whether it's to find the right help, learn more, or get actively involved. Read more about the Sexual Safety Programme.
Sexual safety
I need help immediately I want to know how I can help prevent undesirable behaviour I want to know more about sexual safety