Bulletin No. 1, 2011

8   Chinese University Bulletin No. 1, 2011 Equality of Opportunity for All A basic requirement of a caring campus is that all members are treated equally, respectfully, and that their rights are protected. CUHK is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all, and has mechanisms in place to ensure the working and learning environment on campus is free from discrimination and enables members to fulfil their potential. In fact, CUHK is a pioneer in this regard. Its Committee Against Sexual Harassment, celebrating its 15th anniversary this year, was established a year before the Hong Kong Equal Opportunities Commission, making CUHK the first university in the territory to set up a committee whose name spells out its distinctive motive of working against sexual harassment. Committee Against Sexual Harassment The Committee Against Sexual Harassment was established in 1995 to enhance the campus community’s understanding of sexual harassment, and to nurture a culture of harmony and respect. It ensures that the University’s policy against sexual harassment is carried out, investigates complaints, and runs educational talks, forums and workshops all year round. Prof. Ngai Ngan-pun, chairman of the committee, explains the need for the committee. ‘Moral standards in our society have slipped and at times fallen into ambiguity. People today tend to be more casual