Halloween Safety

Halloween is meant to be fun, spooky and scary - not seriously scary and icky.

We want Halloween to be fun for everyone in our community AND we recognize there is an increased likelihood of sexualized violence during the Halloween season. In part because costumes and masks can provide anonymity to those who want to cause harm and there tends to be more substance use at Halloween events. 

Here are some tips on how you can stay safe and have fun during Halloween.

16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence: November 25 to December 10.

16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence is an international effort to highlight the need to create a world that is free from gender-based violence.  The 16 days run from November 25 to December 10.  November 25 is the anniversary of the deaths of the Mirabal sisters, three political activists from the Dominican Republic who were brutally murdered in 1960 by order of the country's ruler and December 10 is International Human Rights Day. In Canada, we also observe the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women during the 16 Days to remember the women who were murdered during the tragic mass shooting at Polytechnique Montréal on December 6, 1989.

Supporting international students affected by sexual violence

The Sexual Harassment Office and the Internationalization Office at Memorial have developed a Guide for International students who have been affected by sexual violence.  This project was inspired by Possibility Seeds and Courage to Act who created a customizable toolkit which was used as a template in creating the Guide for international students .

Sept. 18-22 is Consent Awareness Week.

During Consent Awareness Week, everyone is encouraged to have thoughtful conversations on the subject of consent. Consent Awareness Week follows Sexual Violence Awareness Week, which this year was Sept. 10-16.

Virtual Adult Healthy Relationships Program Launches

Planned Parenthood Newfoundland and Labrador is launching a virtual Adult Sexual Health and Healthy Relationships program that is open to all. 

Canadians Need Consent Education

A new study from the Canadian Women's Foundation indicates that less than half of Canadians understand the concept of consent as it relates to sexual activity. Read the article here.

Santa Claus Always Asks!

The Sexual Harassment Office had some special visitors this past week to offer holiday greetings and promote the importance of always asking. 

December 6th Vigil

The Dec. 6th Vigil was once again held in person this year in the main lecture theatre of the S.J. Carew (Engineering) Building at Memorial University on Tuesday, Dec. 6th from 6-7 p.m. The vigil remembers the 14 women who were killed because of their gender in the Montreal Massacre in 1989 and to honour the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. Multiple media outlets provided coverage of the event. 

Dec. 6th Vigil and the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women

The December 6th Vigil is held annually in honour of the 14 women who were killed because of their gender on December 6, 1989, in the Montreal Massacre and in honour of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. This year's vigil will be held in person on Tuesday, December 6th in EN 2006, S.J. Carew Building. 

SVM 0204 Tuition Credit Winners

The Sexual Harassment Office met with the winners of the four tuition credits for successful, early completion of the new course SVM 0204: Sexual Violence Awareness and Prevention.

Sexual Harassment Office Education Offerings, Fall 2022

The Sexual Harassment Office is offering multiple pan-university education sessions throughout the fall 2022 semester to all university members. Events are being offered virtually, at the St. John's Campus and at Grenfell Campus. 

Sexual Violence Awareness and Prevention Launches

SVM 0204: Sexual Violence Awareness and Prevention course launches for all new students at Memorial University. 

Sexual Violence Awareness and Prevention course

In keeping with best practices and a multi-layered approach to education and the prevention of sexual violence, Memorial is introducing a mandatory sexual violence awareness and prevention course this year for new undergraduate and graduate students at the university, and certificate and diploma students at the Marine Institute. 

Moose Hide Campaign

The Sexual Harassment Office and the Office of Indigenous Affairs partner to promote the Moose Hide Campaign, a grassroots movement designed to raise awareness of violence against Indigenous women and girls. 

Sexual Violence Awareness Week

Memorial's Sexual Harassment Office Honours Sexual Violence Awareness Week

Telephone and Virtual Webex Consultations Continue

Sexual Harassment Office staff will continue to conduct telephone and online virtual consultations only, in keeping with current Federal and Provincial guidelines to ensure the health and safety of all university members.

December 6th Virtual Vigil

Memorial University's Sexual Harassment Office to host virtual December 6th Vigil

COVID-19 - Sexual Harassment Office Update

Update regarding COVID-19 impact on Sexual Harassment Office

NL Sexual Assault Crisis & Prevention Centre Support Group

The NLSACPC will be hosting a support group in March for all women and non-binary individuals who have experienced sexual violence as adults

December 6th Vigil - 30 years

Memorial's Sexual Harassment Office will be hosting the annual December 6th Vigil on Friday, December 6th at 6 pm to commemorate the 14 women who were killed because of their gender at l'École Polytechnique in Montreal, Que. 

Norman Nawrocki Shows - "Lessons from a 7 ft Penis"

Memorial's Sexual Harassment Office, in collaboration with MUNSU, GCSU, MISU and GSU will be presenting Norman Nawrocki's "Lessons from a 7 ft Penis" performance, in recognition of Sexual Violence Awareness Week

Roma (2018): International film and Discussion

The Multicultural Women's Organization of Newfoundland and Labrador and Violence Prevention Avalon East present a viewing and discussion of the award winning spanish film 'Roma' (2018), happening August 16.

Bringing In The Bystander Education Sessions

The Sexual Harassment Office will be offering Bringing in the Bystander^TM Education sessions to individuals throughout the Memorial University Community.

16 Days of Activism

Violence Prevention-Avalon East will be hosting a number of events during the "16 Days of Activism" - from November 25th, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, to December 10th, Human Rights Day.

Resource for Grenfell Campus

The Western Sexual Health Clinic, in Corner Brook, is a resource available to members of the University Community, particularly those at the Grenfell Campus.

Sexual Violence Awareness Week

The Sexual Harassment Office will be organizing a display of consent inspired t-shirts, in recognition of Sexual Violence Awareness Week (Sept 17-21, 2018).

Welcome Week 2018

The Sexual Harassment Office will be participating in a number of events as part of Welcome Week 2018

The Journey Project

The Journey Project is an exciting collaboration between Public Legal Information Association of NL (PLIAN) and the Newfoundland and Labrador Sexual Assault Crisis and Prevention Centre (NLSACPC), offering free legal support services to individuals in Newfoundland and Labrador who have experienced sexual violence. It is set to launch June 19, 2018.

"(Un)Silenced"- A Participatory Art Project

"(Un)Silenced" is a participatory art project, organized by a 'Advocates for a Student Culture of Consent (ASCC)' at Wilfred Laurier University, for survivors of gendered and sexual violence

Welcome Week 2017

The Sexual Harassment Office participated in and hosted a number of activities for Welcome Week 2017.

Consent Clothes Line held by Sexual Harassment Office

Consent Clothes Line organized by Sexual Harassment Office, held in recognition of Sexual Violence Awareness Week 

New Joint Project

Enhancing Supports for Survivors of Sexual Violence in NL's Justice System through 'The Journey Project'

Memorial hosts women's rights advocate from Ghana

The Sexual Harassment Office is pleased to join the Memorial chapter of Engineers Without Borders in hosting Ama Asubonteng, a women's rights advocate and sexual violence monitor from Ghana.

16 Days of Activism to End Gender Based Violence

Rhonda and Jennifer attended the Proclamation Signing and Purple Ribbon Flag Rasising Ceremony this morning to mark the beginning of the International 16 Days of Activism to End Gender Based Violence.

Bystander Intervention

Bystanders can be very helpful in combating the issue of sexual harassment and sexual assault.  The phenomenon is gaining traction in universities across Canada, and communnity groups too!

Shared Responsibility

Check out five concrete actions you can take!

Welcome Week

Sammy the Seahawk stopped by the Sexual Harassment Office Photobooth during MUNSU's Welcome Week Carnival ! 

A Campus Free of Sexual Violence

Check out this article by Bailey Gerritts and Roxanne Runyon with recommendations on working towards a campus free of sexual violence. This is current work being done to keep the conversation happening on a national level in order to facilitate change.

Sexual Harassment Policy consultation

Memorial University is currently revising its university-wide policy regarding Sexual Harassment. In accordance with the university’s policy framework processes, the proposed draft policy is available for consultation.

Redesigned site launched

The Sexual Harassment Office is pleased to launch our redesigned, mobile friendly site. This site provides users with improved navigation and comprehensive information.

Research on sexual assault at large gatherings

Ottawa Hospital Sexual Assault and Partner Abuse Care Program studied reports of sexual assaults that happened at large gatherings, such as holiday celebrations and music festivals. 

Coloring Book Resource

Ryerson University has developed a resource for individuals impacted by sexual assault.