Groups that support our workplace
Creating a positive work environment means tackling the tough issues, such as communication style differences, collaboration issues, perceived or actual harassment or other situations where your leadership will have a positive impact. There are many resources available to help you resolve workplace issues and forge an accepting, respectful workplace.

Diversity and Access Office
The Diversity and Access Office ensures university-wide compliance with federal, state, and local regulations concerning non-discrimination and disability access. We are within the Office for Institutional Equity, Access & Community, which also includes the Ombuds and the SHARE Title IX and Title VI Office.
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Employee & Labor Relations
Employee & Labor Relations (E&LR) provides guidance to HR managers, managers and employees to resolve workplace conflicts, and administer the university's grievance and administrative review processes.
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Faculty Staff Help Center (FSHC)
Confidential and free counseling services and workshops are available for you, your employees and their families through the Faculty Staff Help Center (FSHC).
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Human Resources Representatives for Schools and Units
Directors, managers and administrators for schools and units can help you identify communication tools and ways to support effective workplace relationships.
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Office of the Ombuds
The Ombuds is a neutral and confidential resource available for you and the entire Stanford community to discuss workplace conflicts.
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SHARE Title IX and Title IV Office
The university’s central resource for redressing and preventing sexual harassment, violence, and harassment/discrimination issues experienced by all Stanford community members.
Learn more about the SHARE Title IX and Title IV Office