An environment of safety, respect and dignity for all members of the University community.
Mediation at Otago is an informal process designed to resolve problems and differences as early as possible.
- Voluntary – you and the other person(s) choose mediation
- Confidential – records are not kept and no one need know mediation has occurred
- Collaborative – those with the problem work out solutions, with the help of the mediator
How mediation works
Mediation is centred around supporting individuals and teams to communicate constructively and collaborate effectively.
About the Ethical Behaviour Policy
The Ethical Behaviour Policy sets out what you can expect from others – and what they can expect from you.
Mediation FAQs
Find answers to your mediation questions in the FAQ section.
University Mediator
The University Mediator role is currently vacant while preparations for recruitment are underway.
If you need assistance, consider contacting one of the following:
For staff:
- Your line manager
- Human Resources
For students:
Staff may also seek individual support from the Occupational Health team, or via the University's Employee Assistance Programme:
Contact the Occupational Health team
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
If your enquiry is about recruitment, or a general enquiry about the University Mediator role, please contact the office of the Registrar:
Email registrar@otago.ac.nz