Checklist: Informal Resolution of Sexual Harassment Complaints

Under the 2020 Title IX regulations, institutions may offer the parties to a formal complaint the opportunity to resolve the allegations through an informal resolution process facilitated by the institution or its representative. The process may take many forms and must be entirely voluntary. If your institution offers a Title IX informal resolution process, use this checklist to evaluate it.

Topics covered in this checklist include:

• Sexual harassment policy
• Notice requirements
• Recordkeeping
• Informal resolution process best practices