Prevent and Report Sexual Misconduct

Prevent and Report Sexual MisconductNEW STUDENT TRAINING

It’s against the Honor Code and the Law

Sexual Misconduct: sexual harassment

stalking dating violence

sexual violence/assaultdomestic violence

Student Admin Assistant

Example of Sexual Harassment: A student takes a picture of another going to the bathroom and posts it on facebook. Example of stalking: In his culture it seems harmless to follow a girl to all of her activities, but if she feels uncomfortable and unsafe, that is considered stalking and it is inappropriate.

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 jealousyIsolating from family or friendsPossessiveness, controlling (video)Constantly criticizingPressuring 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

Prevention Methods

Make your limits clear when in a relationship

Avoid substances that impair your judgment

Learn the difference between abusive and healthy relationships

Learn the facts and myths about Sexual Misconduct

In case of emergency Call:

The Police: 911

Campus Security: 808-675-3911

Learn to be and Active Bystander

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

Use the buddy system

Close your blinds and lock your doors

Avoid hitchhiking and picking up hitch hikers

Leave detailed notes for friends and roommates when you leave

Take a self defense class

Report to the Title IX Coordinator

Debbie Hippolite Wright:

[email protected], (808) 675-4819

She will:Help you get the help you needResearch the caseReport to the universityTake measures to ensure your academic success


All reports of sexual misconduct should be made to the Title IX Coordinator who can be contacted by email at titleix. byuh.edu


Reporting is important because BYU-Hawaii wants to help students, faculty, and visitors to enjoy an environment of safety and respect. The university will take measures to help rectify the situation by investigating the incident and helping individuals get the help they need.

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


We have a website available to all students to learn the definitions of sexual misconduct, signs of abuse, how to protect yourself, help a friend, and some interesting facts. Please check out this website and get educated about this topic so that you might help yourself and others if the situation ever occurs.

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Prevent and Report Sexual Misconduct