Sexual Assault Policy News Archive
At BOG meeting President reflects on sexual violence community session
September 24, 2019 —
Thanks members for investment of time and resources
Online course addresses ‘collective responsibility’ around sexual violence
March 13, 2019 —
Message from President Barnard to U of M Community
Help shape our respect and sexual violence policies on campus
November 5, 2018 —
Share your voice at policy consultation sessions November 6 & 7
Responding to Disclosures workshops
October 4, 2018 —
The University of Manitoba wants to be a safe place for people to disclose a sexual assault and receive the best support and referral possible.
Educating our community on sexual violence
September 5, 2018 —
How the University is leading its community of students, faculty and staff in building a culture of consent
Message from President Barnard
September 15, 2017 —
'Our ongoing goal is to build a culture of consent, respect, trust, inclusivity and safety'
Province announces new law to address sexual violence on campuses
April 28, 2017 —
'As a result of this new law, clear expectations are set for post-secondary institutions on creating a culture of safety and consent, training staff on how to compassionately and appropriately support victims of sexual violence, and setting policies to guide their overall planning and response.'
“We took the time to get it right”
September 2, 2016 —
The new sexual assault policy is designed to provide support to individuals who experience sexual assault and to provide guidelines and training to community members on how to respond.
Sexual assault policy changes
August 29, 2016 —
The Board of Governors approved a new standalone sexual assault policy for the University of Manitoba community this summer
New sexual assault policy approved by Board of Governors
June 24, 2016 —
New policy is designed to provide support and training guidelines to assist in dealing with incidents of sexual assault