Education Minister Jason Clare has introduced new laws in parliament aimed at addressing sexual harassment and assault in universities.
Universities would have to meet meaningful standards in how they prevent and respond to gender-based violence under a national code. Education Minister Jason Clare introduced new laws to the lower house on Thursday which would set up a mandatory higher education code. He said not enough had been done to address sexual assault and harassment in universities, and students' voices had not been heard.
If they fail to meet these standards for student safety, universities might face financial penalties. Clare said the evidence was overwhelming, as one in 20 university students had reported being sexually assaulted on campus. One in six have reported being sexually harassed and one in two felt they weren't being heard when they made a complaint. An independent student ombudsman started accepting complaints online on Saturday and over the phone earlier this week.
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