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Our goal

We are committed to building an environment that is free from gender-based violence. This means empowering individuals to recognise what drives this violence and take proactive steps to prevent it

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What is Gender-based Violence?

Gender-based violence is any form of physical or non-physical violence, harassment, abuse or threats based on gender that results in, or is likely to result in, harm, coercion, control, fear or deprivation of liberty or autonomy. It is driven by gender inequality and other forms of discrimination

t can be physical, sexual, emotional, psychological, social, cultural or financial. It includes behaviours such as physical assault, sexual assault and sexual harassment, control of someone鈥檚 money or access to money, and stalking and monitoring, among many others

Evidence shows that most victims of gender-based violence are women and LGBTQISB+ people, and most perpetrators are men.If you have experienced gender-based violence, the university has a range of services to support you

Where to get support

If you have been affected by violence of any type, please know that it is not your fault, and you are not alone. UC offers confidential, trauma-informed support to help you feel safe and supported. From wellbeing services to counselling and guidance on reporting., We鈥檙e here for you and on your terms.

Gender based violence resources

Everyone deserves to feel safe and respected. If you or someone you know is experiencing, or has experienced any type of violence, support is available. Our resources provide confidential help, practical guidance, and tools to prevent harm and promote a culture of respect. Explore services, reporting options, and educational programs designed to empower our community and drive meaningful change.

In Respect Matters, you鈥檒l learn how to build healthy, respectful relationships and contribute to a safe campus community.

The course covers understanding gender-based violence, consent and communication skills, supporting others, and promoting inclusion, equipping you with practical strategies to engage confidently and compassionately.

Get involved

There are many ways you can be part of the R.N.A. initiative and help us create cultural change within the University and the wider community.

  • Apply to join our Lived Experience Group, a community of Lived Experience Advocates helping shape our approach.

  • Attend our events and learn more about preventing gender-based violence.

  • Support our campaigns to raise awareness and drive change. 

  • Join our fortnightly Picnic Pals for connection and conversation.

  • Collaborate with UC Thrive Mentors to promote respect and inclusion across campus.

Your involvement makes a difference. Together, we can create a safer, more respectful community. For more information about how to get involved contact respect@canberra.edu.au

FAQs

The Respect at Work Amendment Act has defined sexual harassment under 

the Fair Work Act as 鈥 an unwelcome sexual advance, an unwelcome request for sexual favours, other unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature in relation to another person鈥.  To be considered sexual harassment, it must be reasonable to expect that the person being harassed would be offended, humiliated, or intimidated by the behaviour. 

See  for more information.

Sexual harassment can take various forms. It can involve:

  • unwelcome touching, hugging or kissing;
  • staring or leering;
  • suggestive comments or jokes;
  • sexually explicit pictures, screen savers or posters;
  • unwanted invitations to go out on dates or requests for sex;
  • intrusive questions about an employee's private life or body;
  • unnecessary familiarity; 
  • insults or taunts based on your sex;
  • sexually explicit emails or SMS messages;
  • accessing sexually explicit internet sites;
  • behaviour which would also be an offence under the criminal law, such as physical assault, indecent exposure, sexual assault, stalking or obscene communications. (AHRC 

Sexual harassment can take place in a workplace, in a university setting or anywhere else.

Contact us

If you have questions about the University's commitment to preventing sexual violence in our community or would like to know how you can contribute to a safer campus, please contact us.

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