The American International University–Bangladesh (AIUB) upholds a firm commitment to human dignity, equality of opportunity, and academic freedom through its comprehensive non-discrimination and inclusivity policies.
AIUB Non-discrimination Policy
The commitment of the American International University–Bangladesh (AIUB) to the most fundamental principles of human dignity, equality of opportunity and academic freedom requires that decisions involving students and employees be based on individual merit and be free from all forms of discrimination. The American International University–Bangladesh (AIUB) will not engage in or endorse discrimination or harassment against any students and employees because of religion, race, color, age, disability, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation including gender identity. This nondiscrimination policy applies to student admissions, employment, access to and engagement in the university programs and activities. The complaint and grievance procedures of AIUB provide student and employees with the methods for the resolution of complaints that allege a violation of this statement. All such inquiries or complaints are to addressed and acted by the appropriate office (Office of Student Affairs for students and the Office of the Human Resources for employees).
AIUB Nondiscriminatory Admission Policy
AIUB admits qualified and selected students of any age, gender, sexual orientation, race, disability, color, religion, and national or ethnic origin to all the rights, underrepresented groups, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students. AIUB does not discriminate on the basis of Age, Gender or gender identity, Sexual orientation, Race, Disability, Color, Religion, National or ethnic groups, Under represented groups, Under privileged groups and Non-traditional Students* in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship programs, and other programs.
*Non-Traditional Students (Definition): An applicant who has completed a degree that is equivalent to the requirement but not specifically mentioned in the University Grants Commission (UGC)’s list of requirements. [But the degree that is exclusively barred in the UGC list of requirements will not be acceptable]. The equivalency of the degree must be recommended by the admission interview committee/ faculty dean/ administration based on verification of relevant documents. The final decision of the admission is at the discretion of the AIUB Management.
AIUB Non-Discriminatory Employment Policy
AIUB employs qualified and selected employees of any age, gender, sexual orientation, race, disability, color, religion, and national or ethnic origin to all the rights, underrepresented groups, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to employees. AIUB does not discriminate on the basis of Age, Gender or gender identity, Sexual orientation, Race, Disability, Color, Religion, National or ethnic origin, Underrepresented groups and Under privileged groups in administration of its employment and other relevant policies. For all of its faculties and staff, the American International University–Bangladesh (AIUB) has a dedicated and uniform pay scale structure in accordance with the Government of Bangladesh (GOB) wage policy. In addition, the structured pay scale of the AIUB guarantees greater benefits than the mandated wages set by the GOB specified for various sectors through gazette notifications. The commitment of AIUB to its core values of respect for human dignity, equality of opportunity, and academic freedom is protected through its internal and external policies including wages. As a result, there is no pay inequalities based on gender orientation at AIUB. By no means, AIUB allows forced labour, modern slavery, human trafficking and child labour defined by the national and international framework. All the faculties and staff who works at AIUB, whether on a permanent, contract or temporary capacity, have attained 18 years of age. AIUB facilitate national and international correspondence based on compassion, empathy and sincerity. AIUB’s commitment to human values and dignity is praiseworthy. AIUB strongly condemn any forms of forced labour, modern slavery, human trafficking and child labour nationally and globally. All forms of outsourcing, including faculty and staff, are acceptable at AIUB as well as equal rights for all employees are guaranteed. Any individual has the opportunity to work at AIUB, regardless of his religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth. AIUB offers opportunities for both citizens and foreigners while emphasizing the spirit of the UN Charter and the Constitution of Bangladesh. In addition, AIUB harmonizes the essence of human rights within the framework of the organizational policies and norms.
AIUB Policy regarding Sexual Harassment Complaints for Employees
AIUB does not tolerate any form of sexual misconduct. The complaint and grievance procedures of AIUB provide employees with the methods for the resolution of complaints that allege a violation of this Statement. All such inquiries or complaints must be submitted to the Office of the Human Resources (HR) for employees. A designated ‘Complaint Committee’ is formed and available as per the guideline and instruction of the His Excellency Supreme Court’s High Court division to deal with the Sexual Harassment Complaints. Any employee can submit their complaint in the designated form or by directly sending email to the Office of Human Resources (HR) for employees. The complaint form is available to https://www.aiub.edu/Files/Uploads/complaint-form-employee-2021.pdf. Accomplished complaint form may be sent through email (hr@aiub.edu) or dropped at the complaint box available in Annex 1. Any employee can submit their suggestion in the designated form or by directly sending email to the Office of Human Resources (HR) for employees. The suggestion form is available to https://www.aiub.edu/Files/Uploads/suggest-form-employee-2021.pdf. Accomplished suggestion form may be sent through email (hr@aiub.edu) or dropped at the suggestion box available in different buildings. AIUB will protect the confidentiality of the complainant and the information provided during launching of the complaint.
AIUB Policy regarding Discrimination Complaints for Employee
The American International University–Bangladesh (AIUB) will not engage in or endorse discrimination or harassment against any employee because of religion, race, color, age, disability, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation including gender identity. AIUB does not tolerate any form of discriminating misconduct. The complaint and grievance procedures of AIUB provide employees with the methods for the resolution of complaints that allege a violation of this kind. All such inquiries or complaints must be submitted to the Office of the Human Resources (HR) for employees. Any employee can submit their complaint in the designated form or by directly sending email to the Office of Human Resources (HR) for employees. The complaint form is available to https://www.aiub.edu/Files/Uploads/complaint-form-employee-2021.pdf. Accomplished complaint form may be sent through email (hr@aiub.edu) or dropped at the complaint box available in Annex 1. Any employee can submit their suggestion in the designated form or by directly sending email to the Office of Human Resources (HR) for employees. The suggestion form is available to https://www.aiub.edu/Files/Uploads/suggest-form-employee-2021.pdf. Accomplished suggestion form may be sent through email (hr@aiub.edu) or dropped at the suggestion box available in different buildings. AIUB will protect the confidentiality of the complainant and the information provided during launching of the complaint.
Details can be found in the following links:
- https://www.aiub.edu/administration/institutional-policy/aiub-non-discrimination-policy
- https://www.aiub.edu/admission/admission-policy/aiub-non-discriminatory-admission-policy
- https://www.aiub.edu/offices/hrd/aiub-non-discriminatory-employment-policy
- https://www.aiub.edu/offices/hrd/policy-regarding-sexual-harassment-complaints-for-employees
- https://www.aiub.edu/offices/hrd/policy-regarding-discrimination-complaints-for-employees
Activities at AIUB regarding non discrimination against women and any gender identity
1. HROC Legal Skills Boot Camp 2025
AIUB’s Department of Law actively participated in the HROC Legal Skills Boot Camp, where students enhanced legal expertise, human rights awareness, and leadership through workshops and teamwork. Their strong performance and organizing roles reflected AIUB’s commitment to quality education, gender equality, reduced inequalities, peace, justice, and partnerships (SDGs 4, 5, 10, 16, 17).
#AIUB#SDG5#SDG4#SDG10#SDG16#Bootcamp
URL: https://www.aiub.edu/students-of-law-shine-at-hroc-legal-skills-boot-camp-2025
2. Court Visit by the Students of the Department of Law
AIUB’s Department of Law organized a court visit to enhance students’ understanding of civil and criminal trial procedures. Through interactions with judges and exposure to real proceedings, students gained practical legal insights and ethical inspiration. The initiative supports SDGs 4 (Quality Education), 10 (Reduced Inequalities), 16 (Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions), and 17 (Partnerships).
#AIUB#SDG5#SDG4#SDG16#Courtvisit
URL: https://www.aiub.edu/court-visit-by-the-students-of-the-department-of-law
