University access and accommodation policies
Executive Order No. 31: Non-discrimination and Affirmative Action
Student Governance Chapter 208: Reasonable Accommodation of Students with Disabilities
APS 2.3: Information Technology, Telecommunications and Networking Projects and Acquisitions
APS 46.3: Resolution of Complaints Against University Employees
APS 46.4: Statements to Ensure Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation
APS 46.5: Reasonable Accommodation of Employees With Disabilities
APS 46.7: Reasonable Accommodation of Pregnant Employees
APS 56.6: Alterations to UW Seattle Campus Buildings and Grounds
Chapter 478-116 WAC: Parking and Traffic Rules of the University of Washington, Seattle
Federal and state law
Federal
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Section 1557 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA)
Washington State
Washington State Anti-Discrimination Law
Washington State Core Services Act (RCW 28B.10.912)
Supplemental Instructional Materials & Students with Print Access Disabilities (RCW 28B.10.916)
Grievance procedures, dispute resolution & barrier reporting
lf you are having difficulty with a person, office, or department at the University of Washington on the basis of your disability and have been unable to come to a resolution, dedicated resources and processes are available. The ADA Coordinator can provide information, assistance, and referrals to individuals who wish to raise a complaint or have concerns related to accessibility and accommodations, or possible discrimination due to a disability.
Bree Callahan
(206) 543-9717 (voice and relay)
breec@uw.edu or adaoffice@uw.edu
University Dispute Resolution and Barrier Reporting
- Human Resources offers options to employees for dispute resolution.
- Disability Resources for Students offers options to students for dispute resolution.
- Report physical barriers to accessibility in University facilities.
- Report IT barriers to accessibility of UW websites, videos, or online forms.
University Grievance Procedures
- University Complaint Investigation and Resolution Office (UCIRO) is responsible for investigating complaints that a University employee has violated the University’s policies relating to the ADA/Rehabilitation Act and relevant federal, state, and local laws.
- Patient Rights & Responsibilities is responsible for patient care complaints as well as formal investigations of discrimination under the Affordable Care Act Section 1557 for UW Medical Centers, Harborview Medical Center, and Neighborhood Clinics.
External Grievance Options
Complaints may also be filed with the following state or federal agencies: