NIC Blog
Real Fraternity Men Talk About Hazing
First, a definition.
Hazing is “any action taken or situation created, intentionally, whether on or off fraternity premises, to produce or that causes mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule.”
Hazing is the most dangerous and destructive practice that an organization can take part in. Although many people automatically associate the term “hazing” with the idea of mistreating or abusing pledges or new members, any member can actually be a victim of hazing. NIC Fraternities have committed themselves to doing everything in their power to stop hazing and to keep it out of their member chapters. Chapter that haze are not only operating outside of the law and their national policies but they are also to giving a false representation of the true meaning of fraternity.
If you or someone you know is a victim of hazing, in any of its forms, you are encouraged to report it immediately. There are numerous avenues you can take, an anonymous way to report hazing is to call 1-888-not-haze, or 1-888-668-4293.
For resources related to the prevention and education efforts of the NIC and its member fraternities visit www.hazingprevention.org
