Tips
Remember that sexual assault is NEVER a victim’s fault. Nonetheless, there are some precautions you can take to limit the chances of being targeted as a victim:
Go out with a friend- Watch out for each other.
- Stay together at all times.
- Don’t let your friend go home alone or with a stranger.
- Don’t go out on an empty stomach—eat something if you know you’ll be drinking.
- Drink responsibly—don’t abuse drugs or alcohol.
- Keep your glass covered with a coaster when you’re not drinking from it.
- Don’t mix different types of alcohol or drugs.
- Don’t accept drinks from anyone you don’t know or trust.
- Don’t drink from a bottle you didn’t open yourself or watch a bar staff open.
- Don’t drink from a glass you’ve left unattended or if your beverage looks strange or smells or tastes “off”—best to get a new drink.
- Don’t mix alcohol with any prescription or over-the-counter drugs.
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NOTICE: COVID-19
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In order to minimize potential COVID-19 exposure, the Human Rights Office will carry-out its appointments and meetings by distance until further notice. Our mailboxes are checked several times during office hours. To speed up the processing of your request, we recommend submitting it by email at respect@uOttawa.ca. A Human Rights Office staff member will soon be in contact with you to set-up an appointment by phone, or via an adapted remote meeting format.
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If this is an emergency, please call Protection Services at 613-562-5411.
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Thank you for your understanding and cooperation,
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The Human Rights Office
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Please note that the feminine is used throughout this website, but it does not exclude any person who has been a victim of sexual violence.