ombudsperson
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7.8
- noun
- /ˈɑmˌbʊdspɜrsən/
- Formal
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defensor del pueblo
- In case it hasn't been mentioned yet, you might want to seek out your institution's ombudsperson or human resources department (or equivalent), as it seems clear to me that you are being singled out for your beliefs (or lack thereof), and I think you'd have a reasonable case for unfair discrimination (I'm not a lawyer, though).
Examples
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Several were involved in the governance of their institutions—1 as a trustee, 2 as presidents of the Academic Senate, and 1 more as an ombudsperson.
Academic text (2007) -
They were given the following choices from which they could choose all that apply: work harder, stop participating, stop attending, drop the class, complain to the professor, complain to a higher power (adviser, dean, ombudsperson).
Academic text (2007) -
Sometimes, trainees know they can go to the dean of the graduate school or to a university ombudsperson for such help.
Academic text (2004) -
For example, it can emphasize that reparations are available for young people, that educational opportunities are offered, that the juvenile justice system is rebuilt and strengthened, that relevant law reform is undertaken, and that a children's ombudsperson is appointed within government.
Academic text (2001) -
The ombudsperson handled the complaints fairly, ensuring every student's voice was heard.
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When conflicts arose, the office of the ombudsperson provided a neutral space for resolution.
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Students were encouraged to contact the ombudsperson if they felt unfairly treated by faculty.
Synonyms
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7.9
A person who looks into complaints people make about the government or public services
A woman official who investigates complaints about government or public services
How Independent
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Ombudsperson comes from the Swedish word ombud, which means 'representative' or 'agent'. An ombudsperson speaks up for people, handles complaints, and helps make sure people are treated fairly, so the origin fits the modern job.