Umm Al-Qura University (UQU) is deeply committed to cultivating a holistic ethical organizational culture that reflects Islamic values, academic integrity, transparency, and mutual respect. This policy provides clear guidelines for ethical behavior among all members of the university community, including faculty, staff, and students, ensuring alignment with UQU’s mission, cultural values, and institutional standards

:Purpose

Umm Al-Qura University (UQU) is deeply committed to cultivating a holistic ethical organizational culture that reflects Islamic values, academic integrity, transparency, and mutual respect. This policy provides clear guidelines for ethical behavior among all members of the university community, including faculty, staff, and students, ensuring alignment with UQU’s mission, cultural values, and institutional standards

:Core Ethical Values

:Integrity and Honesty

All UQU community members are expected to uphold honesty and integrity in every academic and administrative endeavor, maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct in line with Islamic principles.

;Respect and Inclusivity

UQU embraces cultural diversity and mutual respect, ensuring all individuals are valued and treated with dignity, fostering a respectful and inclusive campus environment.

;Fairness and Justice

All university activities, including admissions, employment, assessments, and resource distribution, must be conducted with fairness, impartiality, and transparency, free from discrimination or bias.

:Accountability and Responsibility

Community members at UQU are accountable for their decisions and actions, demonstrating responsibility by addressing ethical concerns proactively and constructively.

:Implementation Strategies

:Ethical Leadership

University leadership actively exemplifies ethical standards, ensuring consistent practice of transparency, fairness, and accountability at all levels.

:Continuous Ethical Education

UQU offers ongoing ethical training, workshops, and academic courses to educate and reinforce the understanding of ethical obligations among students, faculty, and staff.

:Transparent Reporting Systems

UQU maintains confidential and accessible reporting mechanisms that allow community members to raise ethical concerns safely, protecting whistleblowers from retaliation.

:Regular Assessment and Improvement

The university continuously monitors ethical practices, evaluates compliance with standards, and makes necessary adjustments to maintain an ethical and transparent organizational culture.

:Compliance

Adherence to this ethical culture policy is mandatory for all members of the UQU community. Violations will be addressed promptly and fairly, with measures ranging from educational interventions to formal disciplinary actions in accordance with university regulations and applicable Saudi Arabian law.

:Responsible Office

The Compliance and Ethics Office at UQU oversees the implementation and monitoring of this policy. For further inquiries or clarifications, contact the Compliance and Ethics Office directly.

National Whistleblower Protection Law
Under the Law for the Protection of Whistleblowers, Witnesses, Experts and Victims,Nazaha(the Oversight & Anti‑Corruption Authority) is legally obliged to conceal the identity and address of any whistleblower or witness in all correspondence and records upon request

University–Nazaha Partnership
UQU regularly partners with Nazaha—most recently hosting the “Protecting Public Funds” workshop as part of Nazaha’s “Our Homeland Is a Trust” initiative—to raise awareness of how to report suspected corruption throughNazaha’s secure, confidential channels(toll‑free hotline, online portal, etc.)

Internal Audit Units
Following Council of Ministers resolutions, UQU hasInternal Audit Unitsthat report directly to the Saudi General Auditing Bureau. These units review financial and administrative processes, and can investigate misconduct or irregularities reported within the university

Follow‑up Department
TheFollow‑up Department(part of the Deanship of Quality) supervises administrative processes and procedures across the university, handling complaints and ensuring that any dispute—whether over HR matters, procurement, or academic processes—is formally logged and tracked to resolution

Human Resources & Departmental Channels
While UQU does not publicly publish a single “staff grievance form” for employment issues, employees may raise concerns through theirline managers, theHR Office, or directly via the Internal Audit and Follow‑up Departments. Confidentiality is maintained throughout investigation, in line with national regulations on personnel privacy and due process.

:Across all these channels, UQU’s approach mirrors the Kingdom’s emphasis on

Protecting reporter identity(through Nazaha’s whistleblower law)

Fair, documented investigation(via Internal Audit and Follow‑up)

Zero retaliation(formal grievance and disciplinary procedures in HR)

University President

By virtue of the powers vested in him by law

Ref.: (4401105857) dated 4 / 12 / 1444 AH

– With reference to the referral memorandum from the Vice President for Educational Affairs No. (4401105857) dated 4 / 12 / 1444 AH, based on the Dean of Student Affairs’ letter of the same number dated 19 / 11 / 1444 AH requesting approval to form the Higher Permanent Committee for Students’ Rights as proposed,

– Pursuant to Article 14 of the University’s Student Rights Regulations (approved by the University Council in its 5th session on 24 / 6 / 1444 AH by Resolution No. (10) issued under No. (4402007405) dated 22 / 7 / 1444 AH),

– And in the interest of university business

:It is hereby decided as follows

:First

Formation of the Higher Permanent Committee for Students’ Rights, chaired by the Vice President for Educational Affairs,

:with membership as follows

Vice President for Graduate Studies & Scientific Research

Vice President for Female Student Affairs

Dean of Student Affairs

Dean of Admissions & Registration

Dean, College of Applied Medical Sciences

Dean, College of Design & Arts

Director of Legal Affairs

Secretary, appointed by the Committee Chair (non voting)

:Second

The Committee shall exercise its duties in accordance with Article 15 of the University’s Student Rights Regulations. Its working procedures shall follow Articles 16 and 17 of those same Regulations

:Third

The Committee shall submit its minutes through the University’s Councils & Committees System for approval.

:Fourth

The Committee shall be governed by Article 50 of the Regulations Organizing the Affairs of Saudi University Staff (faculty and equivalents).

:Fifth

The Committee shall submit a report of its achievements when it is reconstituted

:Sixth

This decision shall take effect from the date of issuance until the end of the 1445 AH academic year. All prior decisions that conflict with it are hereby revoked.

:Seventh

A copy of this decision shall be forwarded to all concerned parties for implementation. All relevant units must comply accordingly.