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What are my rights if I have experienced sexualized harassment, discrimination, or violence?

There are many courses of action you can take against a wrongdoer, depending on the specific incident. First of all, you have the right to say “No” and refuse to give consent. You have the right to establish clear boundaries and defend yourself against violations of said boundaries. Furthermore, you can take action in line with the federal, state, and university provisions that have been put in place to tackle sexualized harassment, discrimination, and violence. You may be able to initiate criminal proceedings against the wrongdoer, depending on the specific incident. You can find an overview of the laws and guidelines that include regulations on the issue of sexualized harassment, discrimination, and violence here. The Contact Person in Cases of Sexual Harassment, Discrimination, and Violence, a Gender Equality Officer, or another support service can offer you advice and counsel tailored to your specific situation.