Gender-Based and Sexual Violence Support and Education
Support
If you are experiencing gender-based or sexual violence, confidential support and options are available through Fanshawe’s Sexual Violence Prevention Coordinator. Gender-based and sexual violence include any sexual act or act targeting a person’s sexuality, gender identity and gender expression, whether the act is physical or psychological in nature, that is committed, threatened or attempted against a person without the person’s consent, and includes sexual assault, sexual harassment, stalking, indecent exposure, voyeurism, cyber harassment and sexual exploitation.
The Sexual Violence Prevention Coordinator offers confidential support and guidance for students who have experienced sexual violence. Services include:
- Information on campus and community resources
- Referrals to medical care and counselling services
- Assistance with academic accommodations
- Guidance on legal and reporting options
Students can book a private appointment by phone or email. Support is available both on and off all campuses.
To review your options confidentially, call 519.452.4465 or email svsupport@nullfanshawec.ca.
We believe survivors. Sexual violence is never the survivor’s fault. It is not necessary to make a formal complaint of sexual violence in order to access Fanshawe College support, services, or accommodations. The violence does not have to take place when you are a Fanshawe student, and you may access support for acts of violence that have taken place off-campus.
Education
What is gender-based and sexual violence?
Gender-based and sexual violence is any sexual act or act targeting a person’s sexuality, gender identity or gender expression, that is committed, threatened or attempted against a person without the person’s consent. The act can be physical or psychological in nature and can include sexual assault, sexual harassment, stalking, indecent exposure, voyeurism, cyber harassment and sexual exploitation. All students have the right to be safe and free from gender-based and sexual violence.
FSU Events
FSU holds gender-based and sexual violence support and education related events throughout the year, including:
- Virtual Trauma Informed Yoga
- Reclaiming Self Care
- Speakers like Robyn Doolittle and Marlee Liss
- Awareness events
- and more
Visit our Upcoming Events page to view all upcoming events.
