Sexual Violence In Schools

This material was published by the Education Rights Project (ERP) as a tool during it's awreness information campaign to schools. This booklet aims to inform learners, educators, school governing bodies, communities and social movements of their rights in terms of sexual violence and what to do when these rights have been violated. Secondly, the booklet aims to empower those faced with sexual violence within the education system to report incidents of sexual violence, in an effort to break the silence and hold perpetrators accountable.

The writers of the book acknowledge the limited and somewhat restrictive role, which the law on its own offers. The book discusses the limitations of present laws and procedures and encourages the involvement of many government departments and community organisations. A co-ordinated response to the problem of sexual violence in schools is necessary.

Topics include :

• Sexual violence at school
• The rights of learners
• Information for learners who have been abused
• Information for educators
• Step-by-step guide for learners
• Warning signs for educators/steps to be taken
• Step-by-step guide for educators
• Useful contact information

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