The University and APSA subscribe to the principles expressed in the Human Rights Code, R.S.B.C. 1996, c.210 as amended. The AD 10 series of policies will be administered in accordance with these principles as noted below.

Human Rights Code, R.S.B.C. 1996, c.210 -- Purposes

The purposes of this Code are as follows:

1. to foster a society in British Columbia in which there are no impediments to full and free participation in the economic, social, political and cultural life of British Columbia,

2. to promote a climate of understanding and mutual respect where all are equal in dignity and rights,

3. to prevent discrimination prohibited by this Code,

4. to identify and eliminate persistent patterns of inequality associated with discrimination prohibited by this Code,

5. to provide a means of redress for those persons who are discriminated against contrary to this Code,

6. to monitor progress in achieving equality in British Columbia,

7. to create mechanisms for providing the information, education and advice necessary to achieve the purposes set out in paragraphs (a) to (f).

    

   See also Policy GP 18 (Harassment Policy).