Office of Equal Opportunity What do we do? The Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO) at Lesley is responsible for addressing and responding to reports of discrimination and harassment, including sexual misconduct and interpersonal violence, to help create a campus where all members of our community have access to the University. In light of this mission, we work to promote equal opportunity and inclusion for all individuals. When are we available? Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–5:00 pm Where can you find us? Staff members in OEO are located on campus in University Hall. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity webpage on the Lesley website for additional information. Why would you contact us? A student or employee would reach out to our department if they've been impacted by discrimination or harassment, including sexual misconduct and interpersonal violence, or if they want to make a report of such conduct. Someone who has been impacted by a concern of this nature can also receive supportive measures or interim safeguards from OEO. How do you contact us? Email: equalopportunity@lesley.edu or vyeakel@lesley.edu Phone: 617.349.8643 Questions What types of concerns does OEO respond to? The Office of Equal Opportunity responds to various types of concerns, including but not limited to concerns or incidents involving bias, discrimination, harassment, identity harm, interpersonal violence, microaggressions, sexual misconduct, and slurs or other harmful speech. What is the difference between a report and a formal complaint? A report is a communication to the University notifying it of an allegation of discrimination, harassment, or sexual misconduct. A complaint is an impacted individual’s request that the University conduct an investigation into said allegation against another Lesley community member in regard to discrimination, harassment, or sexual misconduct. Do I have to go through a formal process to receive supportive measures? No. Someone who has been impacted by discrimination, harassment, including sexual misconduct or interpersonal violence, can receive supportive measures without going through a formalized process such as an investigation.