General Information

The Khazar University Ethics Committee outlines the guiding principles and procedural framework for addressing ethical matters within the University’s governance system, workplace, and learning environment. It operates in line with the Constitution and Labor Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan and relevant internal University policies, and is guided by legality, equality, respect for human dignity, fairness, impartiality and confidentiality.

The Committee reviews cases related to professional conduct, harassment and bullying, discrimination, student disciplinary issues, academic misconduct, conflicts of interest, abuse of authority, and misuse of University resources, while excluding research ethics cases. It receives reports through multiple channels, conducts assessments and investigations, requests documentation, may invite relevant parties, and issues evidence-based recommendations or refers cases for disciplinary measures when appropriate.

The Ethics Committee Regulations outline the Committee’s mandate, scope, reporting channels, review procedures, and decision-making processes. They ensure due process and confidentiality, and define how ethical concerns are assessed, investigated, and resolved.

Ethics Committee Regulations

Ways of submitting claims and complaints

Ethical concerns may be reported through the online submission form available on the official website of Khazar University.

In addition, reports can be submitted via the channels specified in the Ethics Committee Regulations:

• In person: submitted to the Dean’s Office, the Quality Assurance Center, or the Human Resources Department
• Email: report@khazar.org
• Sealed letter: submitted to the Office of the Vice-Rector for Administration Affairs
• Anonymous suggestion/report boxes: located on campus

All reports received through the online form are registered and reviewed in accordance with the University’s Internal Reporting Procedure, ensuring confidentiality and data protection. Anonymous reporting is permitted; however, the Committee’s ability to investigate and follow up may be limited if contact details are not provided or if the information submitted does not include sufficient evidence. Anonymous submissions are assessed based on the details provided and pursued to the extent that adequate factual information allows an effective review and follow-up.

Reports

The Ethics Committee prepares an annual anonymized report summarizing its activities, key themes, and outcomes. The report supports continuous improvement through recommendations such as corrective actions, mediation, training, and policy enhancements.

Khazar University Ethics Committee Report 2024-2025

Meeting Timeline

The Committee meets at least monthly. Meeting schedules and related documentation are shared to support institutional planning and transparency, in line with confidentiality requirements.

Ethics Committee Meeting Schedule 2024-2025

Ethics Committee Meeting Schedule 2025-2026