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Sexual harassment
Sexual Harassment and Harm in Further Education is a vital topic.
Those who experience sexual harassment in any work environment can suffer chronic health problems, post-traumatic stress, depression, substance abuse, employment difficulties, and relationship problems.
Sexual Harassment and Violence in Further and Higher Education
Studies and reports by academics and campaign groups have revealed a significant number of post-18 students across the UK have experienced sexual harassment and violence during their time in further or higher education.
Data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) shows that between March 2018 and March 2020, students in England and Wales were over three times more likely than average to have experienced sexual assault.
The types of behaviour cited by students range from inappropriate comments and catcalling to unwanted touching in a sexual manner, stalking, sexual coercion and assault, and rape. All behaviour is characterised by a lack of consent on the part of the person experiencing it.
Female students are the most likely to experience such behaviour, and male students the most likely to perpetrate it. Disabled students and LGBTQ+ students are also disproportionately affected by unwanted sexual behaviour.
There is also evidence of students experiencing sexual harassment and violence perpetrated by university staff, and staff members experiencing similar behaviour from colleagues.
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