The safety, security, and well-being of those who have experienced sexual violence are fundamental considerations.
At ¹û¶³´«Ãº, we are committed to building a safe and inclusive campus community where survivors of sexual violence know they can receive the supports they need.
| IMPORTANT: If this is an emergency and/or you have current concerns about your safety or the safety of others, call 911 and notify Campus Security at (506) 364-2228. |
Support after experiencing sexual violence
If you or someone you know has experienced sexual violence, recently or in the past, ¹û¶³´«Ãº offers free and confidential services — regardless of whether you choose to make a formal report or not.
Reporting sexual violence
If you choose to disclose and/or file a complaint of sexual violence, you will have access to a range of options and can choose to engage in any, all, or none of them. Guidance and support is available every step of the way.
If you need immediate attention or support
While you can access support, resources, and accommodations through the University, those who have experienced, witnessed, or been impacted by sexual violence and need immediate attention or support should:
Consider whether you need or want medical attention
- If you are safe and do not need or want medical attention, call or for support (if you are not in New Brunswick, you can seek support through any local Sexual Violence Support Centre).
- If you are safe but need medical attention, go to your nearest emergency room.
- If you are in immediate danger or are seriously injured, call 911.
Consider whether you need or want to report to the police
You do not need to report to the police immediately (or ever).
- If you would like to report to the police immediately, you can call 911.
- If you would like to report to the police but do not want to call 911, you can report to a local police station.
- If you would like to report to the police but need advice/support, call , , or your local Sexual Violence Support Centre.
What is sexualized violence?
Sexual violence describes a broad range of behaviours and acts. Sexual violence means 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 their consent.
Examples of sexualized violence
SEXUAL ASSAULT: Unwanted touching, kissing, oral or penetrative sexual acts.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT: Any non-consensual conduct, comment, gesture, or contact of a sexual nature. This includes comments on one’s body.
STEALTHING: Removing a condom during a sexual act without the knowledge or consent of your partner.
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE: Physical, sexual, emotional, psychological, economic, or technological abuse or threats of abuse against one’s partner and/or children.
TRANSPHOBIA AND HOMOPHOBIA: The irrational hatred and fear of 2SLGBTQIA+ people. Homophobia includes prejudice, discrimination, harassment, and acts of violence brought on by fear and hatred.
STALKING: A pattern of repeated and unwanted attention, harassment, contact, or any other course of conduct directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to feel fear.
SEXTORTION AND DISTRIBUTION OF PHOTOS: When an online predator tricks someone into giving them nude images or videos and then demands money, more images, or makes other demands. Sharing intimate photos of others without their knowledge or consent.
INDECENT EXPOSURE: Intentional exposure of one’s body to others without their consent.
DENIAL OF REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS: Denying someone the ability to access reproductive care such as birth control, emergency contraceptives, or an abortion OR forcing someone to take emergency contraceptives or to have an abortion.
HUMAN TRAFFICKING: Specifically sex trafficking, the act of illegally transporting people from one country, province, or city to another for the purpose of sexual exploitation.
Sexualized Violence Policy
Downloadable Resources for Support and Guidance
The Sexualized Violence Policy executive summary (PDF) outlines key points within the updated policy.
The Disclosure Flow Chart (PDF) is a step-by-step guide to help you decide the appropriate actions for making a disclosure. For complete information, refer to the detailed Sexualized Violence Procedures listed below.
A one-page reference guide (PDF) provides clear steps for supporting survivors, along with details on available resources and immediate support options.
The University’s Sexualized Violence Policy was updated in August, 2024.
Learn more about the University's sexual violence prevention action plans.
Questions? Contact ¹û¶³´«Ãº's Sexualized Violence Response Consultant, Jade Lister, at svcomplaint@mta.ca or .