How can students be helped to avoid the risks of sexual assault?

Many universities are setting up ‘consent courses’ to reduce sexual assault and harassment on campus. Helen Lock attends one and considers a variety of views about their value and limitations

Published on
April 29, 2020
Last updated
May 19, 2020
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I find it a bit concerning that universities are apparrently being expected to investigate allegations of sexual assault. Surely it's a police matter, and the university's role should be one of support for the alleged victim and provision of guidance as to what they should do. There's also the complete red herring of "victim blaming". We do students a disservice if we do not warn them how to avoid 'risky' behaviour like getting very drunk. A burglar should not take your stuff under any circumstances, but it's foolish to leave your valuables lying round unattended in an unlocked room.

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