This webinar is organised by the GenderSAFE project and delves into why cases of gender-based violence in academia often remain invisible, unspeakable and un(der)reported especially when they intersect with other forms of discrimination. Drawing on research and practice, the invited speaker Dr. Bontu Guschke will unpack how different barriers hinder reporting, while also highlighting strategies for more inclusive, transparent and intersectionality informed reporting systems.  In conversation with trainer and educator Sara Hassan, Dr. Guschke will offer critical insights and practical recommendations for creating safer, more responsive institutional environments. 

Learning objectives

• Gain a common understanding of the nature of intersectional experiences of gender-based violence and how current institutional reporting mechanisms fail to account for them 
• Get insight into the key-lessons of research on more inclusive reporting systems 
• Tuning in on a conversation on what is necessary to design reporting processes that are reflecting different forms of discrimination and recognize early instances of gender-based violence in all its forms 

Who is it for?

The training is designed for anyone interested in or working with anti-discrimination and equality structures in higher education, such as:  

• Gender equality officers/focal points, equality and/or diversity officers  
• Human resources officers  
• Gender equality plan implementing teams  
• Health and safety officers  
• Head of Departments/Units in charge or involved in gender-based violence 
• Trainers on the topic of gender-based violence in academic settings   
• Students interested in policy implementation 

Registration for this webinar is required. All information related to this webinar including the registration form can be found in the announcement on the GenderSAFE website.