Non-Discrimination and Accessibility Resource Collection
Introduction
The following United Educators (UE) resources can help guide institutions as you review your risk management practices to address issues related to student and employee non-discrimination and accessibility concerns. Also consider visiting these collections for other resources to help manage related risks on your campus:
Note: Several states have instituted laws that ban or restrict diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at public institutions. Additionally, a January 2025 executive order Ending Illegal Discrimination And Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity instructs several federal agencies, including the Department of Education, to create guidance related to the restriction of DEI programs. Also, the Department of Education issued a “Dear Colleague” Letter in February 2025 that outlines additional limitations on diversity initiatives until Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Please consult legal counsel to determine the extent to which courses, offices, language, or initiatives (if any) are allowable at your institution.
Risk Advice
If you need a sounding board for a policy or procedure you’re revising or want to hear how other schools navigate a particular risk management issue, our team can help. Email your question to risk@ue.org.