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African Female

The first thing my dad would do

[If I shared with my dad that I'd experienced a sexual assault], I think the first thing he would do is ask questions- "How did it happen?" "What happened?" Then, when he knows what happened, the first thing is, "Is there any authority to report to?" "Is there somebody to talk to?" So, definitely he would push to do that yes.

Recommendations

  • Develop a one-page document for parents/guardians of students that highlights key policy points and links to sexual assault resources and supports available in Canada.

  • When responding to a disclosure or report of sexual violence, highlight that students have the choice to involve support people of their choice, including friends or family members. Offer to reach out to support people if the student prefers. This applies to the victim/survivor or complainant and respondent.