If you have experienced any sexual violence no matter how long ago, where you were, what you were doing, wearing, or saying, it was not your fault, and you did not deserve this. You do deserve to be supported.
Think
- What is sexual violence? It might be useful to think about what constitutes sexual harassment.
- Are you in immediate danger? If you are on Campus and it is safe for you to do so, you can call Security on 0207 040 3333. If you are away from Campus, you can contact the emergency services on 999 (or 112 from a mobile phone).
- Find a safe space. If an incident has just happened, try and find somewhere you feel safe.
Talk
Talk to someone you trust. Talking things through with someone can sometimes help. This could be a friend, family member or someone at City St George's.
- Student Welfare and Engagement Officers are first points of contact for any wellbeing or student experience related issues. Students can discuss any challenges or life-circumstances which may be affecting their wellbeing and ability to engage with their studies.
- Vivup, City St George's Employee Assistance Provider (0800 023 9324) - Their telephone helpline provides staff members with expert support for life's ups and downs - 24/7, 365 days a year. Whatever mental, physical, financial or personal issue you're facing, you can find a wide range of resources to help you.
Report
- Students and staff can report an incident using City St George’s Report + Support platform. You can choose to do this without providing your personal details or you can request support from an adviser by filling in the form with your contact details.
- Reporting to the police. Where a crime has been committed, you can report what has happened to you to the police. You can call the police on 101, visit your local police station or report it confidentially online. If you have experienced a rape or sexual assault and you are thinking of reporting to the police, Rape Crisis have produced guidance which you mind find helpful.
- Reporting to Transport for London. If you have experienced sexual harassment on public transport in London You can report this to TfL.
- University Procedure. If you choose to make a formal complaint to the University about a member of staff or a students there are procedures which set out the steps you will need to follow. See staff and student policies and procedures.