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Anti-Hazing Policy

Responsible Executives: Title IX Coordinator, Vice President for Administration

Responsible Offices: Office of Student Services, Title IX Office

Effective Date:   Last Reviewed: December 2025 Revised:  

Federal Requirement: Stop Campus Hazing Act

Public Law No: 118-173 (12/23/2024)

This act requires institutions of higher education (IHEs) that participate in federal student aid programs to report hazing incidents. It also renames the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act as the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act.

Specifically, the act requires each IHE to disclose hazing incidents that were reported to campus security authorities or local police agencies in its annual security report. The act defines the term hazing to mean any intentional, knowing, or reckless act committed by a person (whether individually or in concert with other persons) against another person or persons regardless of the willingness of such other person or persons to participate, that (1) is committed in the course of an initiation into, an affiliation with, or the maintenance of membership in, a student organization (e.g., a club, athletic team, fraternity, or sorority); and (2) causes or creates a risk, above the reasonable risk encountered in the course of participation in the IHE or the organization, of physical or psychological injury.

Additionally, each IHE must include in its annual security report (1) a statement of current policies relating to hazing, how to report hazing incidents, the process used to investigate hazing incidents, and information on applicable laws on hazing; and (2) a statement of policy regarding prevention and awareness programs relating to hazing that includes a description of prevention programs.

Further, an IHE must develop a campus hazing transparency report that summarizes findings concerning any student organization found to be in violation of the IHE’s standards of conduct relating to hazing. An IHE is not required to develop or update this report unless the IHE has a finding of a hazing violation. The act does not apply to foreign IHEs.

POLICY

1. Our Commitment

HJ International Graduate School for Peace and Public Leadership (HJI) is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and supportive environment. Hazing is strictly prohibited in any form.

2. What Is Hazing?

Hazing is any activity that causes embarrassment, fear, harm, humiliation, or pressure as a condition of membership or participation, regardless of whether a person appears to consent.

3. Examples of Hazing

Physical Hazing:

  • Forced drinking or consumption of substances
  • Physical punishment or exposure to dangerous situations

Emotional/Psychological Hazing:

  • Threats, insults, or intimidation
  • Public embarrassment or ridicule
  • Sleep deprivation or isolation

Coercive or Unsafe Activities:

  • Pressured participation in illegal or dangerous activities
  • Forced disclosure of personal information
  • Unnecessary chores or demeaning tasks

4. Where This Policy Applies

This policy applies to all HJI students, groups, clubs, teams, programs, school events, and any off-campus activities connected to HJI.

5. Consent Is Not an Excuse

Even if someone agrees to participate, it is still hazing if the activity is harmful, humiliating, or pressuring.

6. Reporting Hazing

Students may report hazing to faculty, Student Services, administrators, or any trusted staff member. All reports are taken seriously and may be submitted confidentially.

7. Protection from Retaliation

Retaliation against anyone who reports hazing or participates in an investigation is prohibited and will result in disciplinary action.

8. Consequences for Hazing

Individuals or groups responsible may face disciplinary action, removal from organizations, suspension, dismissal, or referral to law enforcement.

9. Shared Responsibility

All students are responsible for fostering a culture of respect, safety, and leadership in alignment with HJI’s mission.

10. Report

Report any incidents of hazing to either the Title IX Coordinator or the Deputy Title IX Coordinator:

Title IX Coordinator
Vice President for Administration
481 Eighth Avenue, New York, New York 10001
212-563-6647 Ext 112
Email: f.lagrotteria@hji.edu

Lynn Walsh
Deputy Title IX Coordinator
481 Eighth Avenue, New York, New York 10001
Phone: (212) 563-6647 ext. 120
Email: l.walsh@hji.edu