If you have experienced sexualized violence, please know that you are not alone and that what happened was not your fault.
Support is also available for those who are caring for, supporting or responding to someone who has experienced sexualized violence.
King’s has a critical responsibility to prevent sexualized violence and to support anyone affected when it occurs. This includes increasing awareness that sexualized violence happens at King’s.
Anyone interested in learning more about sexualized violence and how to support survivors can access this free online training course developed as part of the Nova Scotia Sexual Violence Strategy.
Students in residence can reach out to their don, or another don they feel comfortable with. There is always a don on call after-hours.
A phone line is available 24/7 toll free to Mi’kmaq people across the province.
For adult men who have concerns about their well-being, safety, the safety of others and/or who may be experiencing a crisis. This free, confidential service is offered 24/7. Men can access a variety of supports and services specific to their needs, including information, navigation, referrals and brief intervention counselling.
In December 2018, King’s Board of Governors approved the university’s stand-alone policy on sexualized violence. The implementation of King’s Sexualized Violence Awareness, Prevention and Response Policy is currently underway. The policy is posted below:
Read the policy in full Learn more about the SHSO and Sexualized Violence Policy View a flowchart of the reporting process
A Sexual Health and Safety Officer (SHSO) assists in the implementation of this policy. Their primary responsibility is to assist individuals affected by sexualized violence. The SHSO provides coordination, support and services for those who have experienced sexualized violence, receives disclosures and reports, facilitates safety planning and assists survivor/victims through the disclosure or report process.
In June 2023, the Board of Governors endorsed a Statement of Principles: Cultivating Healthy Boundaries & Guidelines for Healthy Relationships with Students. It was updated and approved by the board in December 2024. The document is below.
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