What is Sexual Misconduct
NUS Code of Student Conduct states that sexual misconduct encompasses "a range of acts of a sexual nature committed against a person by force, intimidation, manipulation, coercion or without that person's Consent, or at a point when that person is incapable of giving Consent" (Refer to Appendix A, NUS Code of Student Conduct, available here). Such sexual misconduct not only constitutes a disciplinary offence at NUS but can often constitute a criminal offence punishable by the Singapore courts as well. More information can be found on the Sexual Assault Care Centre (SACC) website.
Care Support
If you experience sexual misconduct of any kind, the most important thing to know is that it is not your fault. You deserve support and understanding around what has happened or is still happening.
If you or someone you know has experienced sexual misconduct of any kind, the NUS Care Unit (NCU) is here to lend you a helping hand. NCU is a dedicated unit providing a central point of contact for all NUS students who are being or have been affected by sexual misconduct. NCU offers a private and safe place for victims to seek support and to be heard independent of their faculty, department, or hostel. The team comprises trained professionals who have experience working with victims of sexual misconduct. NCU provides a full range of services not limiting to:
- on-site support
- safety planning
- emotional as well as practical support
- accompaniment to investigations
- other support services
