Universities must do more to tackle public sexual harrassment

Sexual assault ‘built into design of university environment’

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By Matthew Reisz

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Sexual violence survivors need support, not even more trauma

In handling cases, UK universities must clarify the burden of evidence, better train adjudicators and publish incidence statistics, says one survivor

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‘One in five’ female students in UK is victim of sexual assault

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

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29 April

Universities must do more to tackle public sexual harrassment

Awareness campaigns, support services and coordination with local authorities and transport providers are all needed, says Maya Tutton

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