3rd Level Institutions Compelled To Introduce Framework For Anonymous Reporting Of Sexual Harassment.

Monday, 28 June 2021 09:40

11,000 personal testimonies were received from staff and students as part of the plan.

Third level institutions, including Maynooth University, will have to introduce new ways for students and staff to anonymously report sexual harassment.

It's one of the measures contained in a new action plan published today, aimed tackling the problem in higher education.

11,000 personal testimonies were received from staff and students as part of the plan.

Colleges will also need to roll out specialised training for all incoming students from September.

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— The Irish Times (@IrishTimes) June 28, 2021

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