Hazing does not go with health!

Hazing is an outdated and reprehensible activity that puts the physical and psychological integrity of those involved at risk. In several universities in Brazil, the practice has reached increasingly worrying levels – there are countless records of cases of abuse, physical violence and situations that harm the dignity of students. 

Bahiana repudiates hazing and understands that its creators must be held legally responsible. According to Article 1 of Ordinance No. 01/2002 of the institution, 

"..., within the scope of the activities developed by the courses held, practices that characterize aggressive "hazing" [...] that cause material, physical or psychological damage (embarrassment, fear or humiliation), among others, will not be tolerated."

We believe that every future healthcare professional must cultivate common sense and the principles of cordiality, empathy and respect for human beings. Therefore, we embrace the mission of mobilizing our academic community in favor of such an important cause.