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Prevent and Report Sexual Misconduct. New Student Training. It’s against the Honor Code and the Law. Sexual Misconduct : sexual harassment stalking dating violence sexual violence/assault domestic violence. Harassment.
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Prevent and Report Sexual Misconduct New Student Training
It’s against the Honor Code and the Law Sexual Misconduct: • sexual harassment • stalking • dating violence • sexual violence/assault • domestic violence
Harassment • Unwanted speech or conduct that causes someone around you to feel uncomfortable, threatened, intimidated, humiliated Examples: 1. Verbal: Inappropriate jokes, disrespectful nicknames, sexually suggestive comments 2. Non-verbal: Staring, personal gifts, written messages 3. Physical: Invading someone’s personal space, hugging
Stalking • Definition: Repeatedly following, monitoring, harassing, threatening, or intimidating another by telephone, mail, electronic communication, social media • Be mindful of cultural differences • How to Respond: Ask them to stop if comfortable doing so or contact the Title IX Coordinator for assistance
Dating Violence Definition: Abuse or violence between partners or former partners Signs of abuse: • Extreme jealousy • Isolating from family or friends • Possessiveness, controlling (video) • Constantly criticizing • Pressuring to have sex • Physically hurting in any way
Why? • 1 in 5 female college students are sexually assaulted (mostly freshmen) • 4% of college men report having survived a rape or attempted rape in their lives • 90% of assault is committed by an acquaintance • It is the least reported crime in the US • Cultural differences are common on our campus, regardless of that, we must follow the Honor Code and the Law • Students should know there are resources available to help
Learn the difference between abusive and healthy relationships
In case of emergency Call: The Police: 911 Campus Security: 808-675-3911
Be an active bystander • Be respectful of others • Speak up when you witness inappropriate behavior • Learn more about sexual misconduct Helping others • Believe them, do not blame them • Let them know you are there to listen • Avoid asking “why” questions • Offer to go with them to get help/report
Leave detailed notes for friends and roommates when you leave
Report to the Title IX Coordinator Debbie Hippolite Wright: Titleix@byuh.edu, (808) 675-4819 She will: • Help you get the help you need • Research the case • Report to the university • Take measures to ensure your academic success
Learn more • Check out our Sexual Misconduct website: • http://hr.byuh.edu/sexual_misconduct Other campus resources: • Counseling Services • Campus Security • Office of Honor • Human Resources