Sexual Assault/Sexual Harassment (SASH) Incident Form

Definitions Sexual Harassment-is any unwanted or unwelcome sexual behaviour or conduct, which makes a person feel offended, humiliated, insulted, ridiculed or intimidated - in circumstances in which a reasonable person would have anticipated that the person would be offended, humiliated, insulted, ridiculed or threatened. Sexual harassment can take many forms. It can be overt or indirect, physical or verbal, via online and be a one-off occurrence or ongoing. Intent or motive is irrelevant. Sexual harassment is unlawful under State and Federal legislation. Sexual Assualt -the term sexual assault covers a range of sexual acts (or attempted acts) directed towards or committed upon another person, without their consent. It includes both penetrative and non-penetrative sexual acts performed with any part of the body or with an object. It includes rape and unwanted sexual behaviour, such as kissing or touching. Consent -consent has a specific legal meaning, but in general terms, it means to agree freely. A person cannot give free agreement where they are: bullied, threatened, manipulated or tricked; asleep, unconscious or so affected by drugs or alcohol as to be unable to form a rational opinion; overborne by the nature or position of another; or if they are silent (i.e. do not say or do anything to communicate consent). Consent- can be revoked at any time. This means that even though a person may have initially consented to sex, they can change their mind during sex. What happens after I make a report? Step 1 – Record and Contact Your report will be recorded in AC’s SASH reporting system which only members of the SASH Taskforce, select management/executive staff within Student Experience can access. If you provide your contact information, a SASH taskforce member will then contact you after receiving notification of your report. Your report is not linked with other AC systems and does not impact on your academic standing or immigration status (for international students). Step 2 – Discuss Options The SASH taskforce member will discuss further support and reporting options available to you, including ongoing support or making a report to the Police. You decide on what course of action you would like to take regarding your report – whether or not you wish to progress a formal complaint with AC and report to the Police. In some severe or particular circumstances, AC may be required to progress its actions and report to the Police to meet legislative requirements or to protect the safety of the AC community. Step 3 – Action Plan The SASH taskforce member will work with you to develop an action plan to ensure your safety and reduce any potential ongoing risks where possible. This might include referral to support services, making safety arrangements for you on campus or in residence, liaising with other AC departments to make reasonable adjustments for your study, or progressing formal complaints within AC or Police. If you decide to report to police or an external agency and a criminal investigation or similar process is commenced, AC will exercise its discretion as to whether to proceed with their investigation or may suspend the investigation, seeking advice from police or the external agency as appropriate. Where an investigation is suspended, appropriate support and guidance will continue to be provided. Step 4 – Review and Close The student support team will receive your report which will then be tabled to the WHS Committee in summary form. We will not disclose your personal information without your permission. IF YOU REQUIRE ACCESS TO EMERGENCY SERVICES, SEE BELOW: -NSW Rape Crisis - 1800 424 017 - Available 24/7 -Domestic & Family Violence Counselling Service - 1800 222 387 - 8am-8pm AEST Monday – Friday -Sexual Assault Counselling Australia - 1800 211 028 - 8am – 11pm AEST -1800 RESPECT - 1800 737 732

PERSON MAKING THE COMPLAINT

I/we prefer to remain anonymous

Important: If you prefer to remain anonymous, you are not required to provide your contact details. However, if you choose to remain anonymous then we may not be able to properly investigate and resolve the matter. Moreover, we will not be able to contact you to provide our feedback.

FIRST NAME

LAST NAME

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER

DATE OF THE INCIDENT*

Location of the occurrence

where did the incident occur?

TIME OF OCCURRENCE*

DETAILS

Which of the following do you want to report (you can choose more than one option)?*

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Are you reporting for yourself or someone else? **

Myself

Someone else

I am a/ they are a:*

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If you are reporting on behalf of another person, do you have their permission*

Yes

N/A- I am reporting my matter

The questions below relate to the perpetrator/s (person/s accused of wrongful behaviour). If there is more than one perpetrator, please provide additional information in the incident description box below.

Full name of the alleged perpetrator (if known)

Contact details of the alleged perpetrator( if known)

You think they are a:*

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What area of the college do they work or study in?*

Type N/A or Unsure ( if relevant)

If applicable: What type of student are they?*

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Or, you may type out your response in MS Word and attach it below:

Suggestion: You may want to attach a copy of text messages or other kinds of evidence to support your complaint.

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Additional Information

Please provide details about the event(s), with dates, times and locations, if possible. The information you provide will be received by a SASH task force member and the information will be kept safe and secure. They might contact you (if you have provided contact details) to check on the safety and wellbeing of yourself and anyone else affected. If the SASH task force member believes there is a significant risk of harm to an individual or the community, they will refer the details to the Police. If the report is about someone who is underaged (under 18 years old), mandatory reporting applies and AC staff must inform the Police. AC will notify you immediately about this action and you can choose if you wish to participate in the police enquiry or not. More information can be found on the webpage and the policy for Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Policy and Procedures.

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