As part of the ombuds resource, each individual case will be analyzed to determine whether the source of the conflict may be located, at least in part, in any organizational policies, practices, structures, and/or culture. As part of this systemic issue analysis work, the Ombuds Team will provide a confidential Summary of Activity to give voice to employee concerns and provide recommendations for systemic change.
A summary may highlight issues that greatly impact employees who may feel marginalized or uncomfortable speaking up for themselves. By analyzing the challenges employees experience, we identify systemic solutions that are vital in achieving Berkeley’s strategic plan -- to provide a healthy campus climate that fosters equity of experience and a place where all members of the campus community feel safe, welcomed, and included.