A person commits sexual assault if they intentionally touch another person, the touching is sexual, and the person does not consent.
Sexual assault is a criminal offence and contrary to the University's Disciplinary Regulations.
Consent
A person must have the capacity to give free agreement. Capacity is based on the person
- being the right age
- being sober enough
- having the mental and physical ability to freely agree
- not being threatened or afraid of harm
- not being detained against their will
- Tea With Consent
- Enthusiastic Consent
Sexual assault behaviours include:
- rape
- a sexual act without consent
- attempted sexual assault
- inappropriate touching without consent
Useful Resources
Here are some related articles that you might find helpful:
- Self blame after rape and sexual violence - Dr Jessica Taylor - YouTube
- Stupid safety advice we give to women - Written and performed by Dr Jessica Taylor - YouTube
- 60 second series Jessica Eaton - 60 second series - Victim blaming in sexual violence - YouTube
- Victim Blaming - YouTube
- Consent collective The Consent Collective
- Welcome - Everyone's Invited (everyonesinvited.uk) – a place for survivors of sexual violence to share their stories anonymously.
- Find sources of support