At UNBC, we recognize the profound impacts sexual violence and misconduct can have on the well-being of individuals and our entire community. The Restorative Relations and Student Supports department is dedicated to upholding the safety and wellness of those who have been impacted.
If you have experienced harm due to sexual violence and misconduct, our team is here to provide support. We can assist you in navigating the reporting process and provide optional community resources. Please don't hesitate to contact us via email at connectu@unbc.ca or by phone at 250-960-5596.
What is sexual misconduct?
Sexual misconduct is a broad term that can include sexual assault; sexual exploitation; sexual harassment; stalking; coercion; indecent exposure; voyeurism; the distribution of a sexually explicit photograph or video of a person to one or more persons other than the person in the photograph or video without the consent of the person in the photograph or video and with the intent to distress the person in the photograph or video; the attempt to commit an act of sexual misconduct; or the threat to commit an act of sexual misconduct.
What is sexual violence?
Sexual violence is a broad term that can include any form of unwanted sexual contact or activity performed on a person with any object or body part without consent, or by force. Any sexual activity that is without consent is sexual assault and includes sexual contact such as non-consensual kissing, grabbing, caressing, fondling, and oral, anal, or vaginal penetration.