#RESPECT : The legal dimension
What is harassment? Is it punishable by law? Are there any mechanisms in place within the University? Adrien Masset, Professor of Criminal Law and lawyer, outlines the legal framework of the phenomenon.
Campaign #RESPECT against harassment
The #RESPECT campaign demonstrates the University of Liège's commitment against all forms of discrimination. The fight against harassment and respect for different : this is a long-term commitment.
Respect for each and everyone: a priority
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he authorities of ULiège are committed to making the well-being of each and every person a priority, by fighting against situations of daily violence and harassment linked to the discrimination present in our society - in particular those based on gender or sexual preference. This involves raising awareness, aimed at both victims and witnesses: drawing attention to the negative impact of harassment and the importance of supporting those who have been attacked. Within ULiège, there are help and listening devices that can, if the victim wishes, initiate an appropriate approach.The University also reminds victims of homophobia, transphobia or sexism that it wishes to protect and defend them. Procedures ranging from mediation to sanction are activated by the authorities to put an end to inappropriate behavior whenever it is reported to them.
This campaign was launched in September 2019 by the Vice Rector for Instruction and Wellness. Having become Rector in 2022, Anne-Sophie Nyssen has endowed the University with a Gender and Equality Council which is actively working to develop recommendations to amplify and consolidate the policy against violence and harassment.
Thanks to the University of Geneva for inspiring this campaign!
Who to contact?A special contact can listen to you confidentially and help you in any steps you may take in the event of harassment, violence or disrespect. You can also submit a testimony anonymously. |
#RESPECT : What is it about?
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hat is harassment? How does it manifest itself? Is it punishable by law? What is the importance of the role of witnesses? What is slut-shaming? What about consent?
Elements of response and awareness through these video clips :
#RESPECT : The key role of witnesses
In situations of harassment, the people around you can play a key role, as explained by Benoît Dardenne, Professor of Social Psychology and specialist in discrimination and social influence.
#RESPECT : Stop slut-shaming
What is slut-shaming? What impact does it have on women and men? Answer with Fabienne Glowacz, Professor in Psychology of delinquency, social maladjustment and integration processes.
#RESPECT : Stop racism
Racist insults and jokes: another form of violence, too often trivialised. Marco Martiniello, Professor of Social Sciences and Director of CEDEM, looks at the discrimination and damage they can cause.
#RESPECT : The impact of alcohol consumption on consent
By lifting inhibitions, alcohol consumption increases the probability of committing acts of disrespect, explains Etienne Quertemont, Professor of Psychology, a specialist in the psychobiology of addictions.
#RESPECT: Women's scientific careers
Angélique Léonard, Professor of Chemical Engineering and President of the Women and Science Committee in the Wallonia-Brussels Federation, discusses the issue of gender equality in scientific careers.
#RESPECT : ULiège is committed!
In February 2020, the University of Liège is launching a campaign to fight against harassment and daily violence. Why such a campaign at the University ? Why is ULiège getting involved? Answers in video!
#RESPECT : Diversity is a priority for students
The Federation, aware of the issue of harassment, is clearly in favour of respect for all. Rabia Minhas, Vice-President, explains why the student representative body supports the #RESPECT campaign.
The ULiège commits, I commit!
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ould you like to show your support for the #RESPECT campaign to the academic community and/or the external public?
Become an ambassador for the movement and show your support by using the campaign's email signature :
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