UTS has a zero-tolerance commitment to sexual harm and gender-based violence (GBV). Students and staff can report an incident at any time.
What to do if you have experienced sexual harm
Make a report
MAKE A REPORT
Students
To disclose or report sexual harm, lodge an online report
Staff
If you receive a disclosure or report of sexual harm, complete the summary form
UTS SEXUAL HARM SUPPORT LINE
9am to 5pm
Monday to Friday
(UTS Security will connect you with support out of these hours)
For students
- contact the UTS sexual harm support line on 1800 531 626, staffed by professionally trained, trauma-informed safety caseworkers, 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday (UTS Security will connect you with support out of these hours)
- book an appointment with a safety caseworker via the Student Services Unit (email safety.caseworker@uts.edu.au or call (02) 9514 1177)
- lodge an online report (this may be done anonymously)
- phone (free call 1800 249 559) or make an in-person report to UTS Security and Emergency Management.
For staff
- make a report to your immediate supervisor (where possible)
- phone (free call 1800 249 559) or make an in-person report to UTS Security and Emergency Management
- make a report to the People Unit.
UTS staff who receive a disclosure or report of sexual harm or GBV about a student (survivor, alleged perpetrator, witness) must complete a summary form.
Report to an external body
You can also report your experience to an external body:
- online via the NSW Police Sexual Assault Reporting Option (SARO)
- in person to your local NSW Police station
- over the phone to the 24-hour police assistance line on 131 444
- the eSafety Commissioner: Report image-based abuse.
What happens next?
What to expect when you report to UTS
What if I choose not to make a report?
If you do not wish to make a report, you can still access help and support by making a disclosure.
Students can work with a UTS counsellor and/or a safety caseworker who will provide confidential support and assistance. They will also take you through the steps and support options, including the option to make a report at any time.
Staff may contact the People Unit or the Employee Assistance Program (Staff Connect).
You can also report the incident at any time, even at a later date. Making a disclosure can help you to decide what to do.
What if I don’t know what to do?
It's normal to feel overwhelmed in these situations. By making a disclosure UTS will be able to understand your situation and provide support, including discussing the options available to you.
