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Office of Compliance and Civil Rights (Title IX and DHR)

Culture, Belonging and Prevention Team (CBPT)

Addressing Discrimination, Harassment, Retaliation and Other Conduct of Concern

Welcome to the Culture, Belonging, and Prevention Team (CBPT), a multidisciplinary team committed to addressing discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and CSU’s "Other Conduct of Concern" through education, training, and policy initiatives.

Our team works collaboratively to identify, address, and prevent behaviors that negatively impact our campus climate, including bias, microaggressions, and identity-based harm. These behaviors, while sometimes falling outside formal policy violations, still contribute to an environment that can be hostile, exclusionary, or unsafe for students, faculty, and staff.

Through education, awareness programs, and policy recommendations, the CBPT aims to proactively prevent harmful behaviors and foster an inclusive, respectful, and equitable university community.

CBPT plays a key role in ensuring that our campus remains free from discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and other conduct that undermines inclusion and equity. Our core objectives include:

  • Proactively addressing "Other Conduct of Concern" that affects the campus climate but may not rise to the level of formal policy violations.
  • Preventing discrimination, harassment, and retaliation through awareness campaigns and educational programming.
  • Developing and leading training sessions to educate students, faculty, and staff on recognizing and responding to bias and identity-based harm.
  • Reviewing and recommending policy improvements to strengthen protections against discrimination and harassment.
  • Providing support and consultation for campus stakeholders dealing with microaggressions, systemic bias, or hostile learning and work environments.
  • Collaborating with campus partners to streamline reporting mechanisms and ensure accountability for identity-based harm.

By working proactively and collaboratively, we help ensure that every member of our campus community feels safe, valued, and respected.

CBPT works across campus to develop strategies that prevent, educate, and respond to issues of bias, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Our team engages in:

  • Training and Workshops – Offering education on bias prevention, inclusive practices, and how to address discriminatory behavior.
  • Campus Climate Initiatives – Partnering with departments, student organizations, and faculty to develop programming and campaigns that promote inclusion and respect.
  • Consultation and Support – Advising leadership, faculty, and staff on best practices for handling discrimination, retaliation, and harassment-related concerns.
  • Policy Review and Recommendations – Assessing existing policies and making recommendations to strengthen institutional responses to "Other Conduct of Concern."
  • Response and Coordination – Providing guidance on how campus partners can address identity-based harm and ensure a respectful academic and workplace environment.

CBPT will be composed of representatives from key campus units to ensure a proactive and unified approach to preventing bias, discrimination, and harassment. More details on team members will be shared soon.

Co-Chairs:

  • Anne Githae – Assistant Vice President of Compliance and Civil Rights
  • Scott Fetterhoff – Interim Associate Vice President of Human Resources

Team Members: Coming Soon

When to Contact CBPT

The CBPT focuses solely on prevention, education, and awareness and does not handle formal complaints, investigations, or disciplinary actions. If you need assistance with:

📍 For formal complaints related to discrimination, harassment, or retaliation, please visit the Office of Compliance and Civil Rights.  

Our Committment

At the CBPT, we believe that proactive education, awareness, and policy improvements are essential to fostering an inclusive and respectful university environment. More information about our team members, initiatives, and programs will be coming soon!