1 in 4 women and 1 in 6 men are estimated to be sexually assaulted in their lifetime, and a majority of first time sexual offenses happen between the ages of 18-25, or when a person is in their college years.
In creating this petition, we are hoping to extend the amnesty to protect victims of sexual assault on our campus. No one should feel that they will receive negative consequences from reporting a sexual assault.
Our college has a duty to protect our students. In providing amnesty to students who report a sexual assault they experienced when they were under the influence of drugs or alcohol, the college will be encouraging the reporting of these offenses. Reporting in a timely fashion is important so that proper evidence can be collected and used in prosecuting the offender, and this change in policy will encourage students to report their assault even if they are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Underreporting is one of the major issues associated with sexual assault, and this policy can help to tackle this problem starting with our campus.
In addition to extending the amnesty policy, we want the college to not require victims of sexual assault to be put into drug or alcohol counseling (as stated in the amnesty policy). We feel that this shames the victim and makes them think that their use of alcohol or drugs caused their assault. Instead of this, we would like to require 3 sessions with a member of the counseling center to provide proper mental health care for the victim.
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November 10, 2014
The administration continues to ignore our pleas for a policy change that prioritizes student safety over disciplinary technicalities. It is exhausting to fight for basic protection but I am not walking away from this yet.
November 10, 2014
Reaching this point has been an exhausting uphill climb but seeing the momentum grow gives me the resolve to keep going. I know how heavy this topic is for everyone involved. We are not turning back until the administration finally listens.
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it is wild that this isnt already a thing. students should never have to worry about getting in trouble for drinking when they are trying to report something way more serious.
this is common sense. if someone is hurt they should be able to ask for help without being scared of the administration.
DO THE RIGHT THING SUNY.
Fix this now. No one should be afraid to speak up.
The school needs to get their priorities straight. Protecting the victim is way more important than punishing someone for a drink.
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1 in 4 women and 1 in 6 men are estimated to be sexually assaulted in their lifetime, and a majority of first time sexual offenses happen between the ages of 18-25, or when a person is in their college years.
In creating this petition, we are hoping to extend the amnesty to protect victims of sexual assault on our campus. No one should feel that they will receive negative consequences from reporting a sexual assault.
Our college has a duty to protect our students. In providing amnesty to students who report a sexual assault they experienced when they were under the influence of drugs or alcohol, the college will be encouraging the reporting of these offenses. Reporting in a timely fashion is important so that proper evidence can be collected and used in prosecuting the offender, and this change in policy will encourage students to report their assault even if they are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Underreporting is one of the major issues associated with sexual assault, and this policy can help to tackle this problem starting with our campus.
In addition to extending the amnesty policy, we want the college to not require victims of sexual assault to be put into drug or alcohol counseling (as stated in the amnesty policy). We feel that this shames the victim and makes them think that their use of alcohol or drugs caused their assault. Instead of this, we would like to require 3 sessions with a member of the counseling center to provide proper mental health care for the victim.
Help us take action!
Updates
November 10, 2014
The administration continues to ignore our pleas for a policy change that prioritizes student safety over disciplinary technicalities. It is exhausting to fight for basic protection but I am not walking away from this yet.
November 10, 2014
Reaching this point has been an exhausting uphill climb but seeing the momentum grow gives me the resolve to keep going. I know how heavy this topic is for everyone involved. We are not turning back until the administration finally listens.
7 Comments
so many victims stay silent because they think they will get in trouble too. this policy change is way overdue.
it is wild that this isnt already a thing. students should never have to worry about getting in trouble for drinking when they are trying to report something way more serious.
this is common sense. if someone is hurt they should be able to ask for help without being scared of the administration.
DO THE RIGHT THING SUNY.
Fix this now. No one should be afraid to speak up.
The school needs to get their priorities straight. Protecting the victim is way more important than punishing someone for a drink.
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so many victims stay silent because they think they will get in trouble too. this policy change is way overdue.