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Data Overview

OPHD is dedicated to raising awareness within the UC San Diego community about its efforts to address harassment and discrimination under the UC Policies on Anti-Discrimination and Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment (SVSH). In balancing transparency with the need to maintain privacy for all parties involved, OPHD shares information in aggregate form to prevent the identification of individual incidents or parties.

Keys to Understanding OPHD Data:

OPHD reviews data at different levels - by Report, Complaint, Policy, and Issue. More than one issue and/or policy may be included in the same complaint. Use this flowchart whenever you need help navigating the other charts.   This image shows a flowchart illustrating the various levels of OPHD data. Report is at the top representing the broadest category of what OPHD receives. Two subcategories flow from Report: Complaint and Inquiry. Within Complaint, there are three subcategories by OPHD policy area: Anti-Discrimination, SVSH, and Consensual Relationships. Each of these policy areas may contain one or more Issue.

OPHD conducts an initial assessment of each report received by:

  1. Providing resources and support: Sharing information about OPHD processes and available resources, inviting the Complainant (person who experienced the concern) to meet.
  2. Reviewing relevant information: Examining intake notes, supporting documents, and prior case records.
  3. Gathering additional information: Reaching out to relevant units or stakeholders to collect more information, if needed.
  4. Assessing next steps: Evaluating safety concerns, considering interim measures, and taking into account the Complainant's desired outcome (if known).
  5. Communicating with participating Complainants: Informing the Complainant about the outcome of the initial assessment and next steps.

 OPHD resolution process refers to: 

  • Alternative Resolution: A voluntary, non‑disciplinary, and non‑investigative approach (guided by University policies and OPHD’s assessment) that seeks a mutually agreed‑upon outcome such as mediation, training, or restorative practices, without OPHD conducting an investigation or determining violations of policy.
  • Formal Investigation: A structured investigative procedure that begins after an initial assessment when Alternative Resolution is inappropriate or declined, featuring written notice of allegations, an assigned investigator, interviews, evidence collection, and a written report that applies a preponderance‑of‑evidence standard to determine responsibility and possible disciplinary action. 

  • Other Inquiry: Occurs when a report is not closed after initial assessment yet is not appropriate for Alternative Resolution or Formal Investigation. OPHD will conduct an inquiry to clarify what occurred and promptly take actions designed to stop any substantiated conduct, prevent its recurrence, and, when appropriate, remedy its effects.  

OPHD Data by Year:

Comparing Data - Important Note

OPHD's data, which includes all reports received during FY 24-25, differs from the data in UC San Diego's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This is because the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report has specific requirements and limitations based on campus location and incident type, as mandated by the Jeanne Clery Act.