Survivor Support

 

Survivor Support

 

Survivor Support

 

Survivors of rape, sexual assault, sexual harassment and all forms of discrimination and marginalisation can access immediate support through the Survivor Support portfolio.

This provides 24-hour emergency assistance for rape and sexual assault survivors and support, advice and assistance for both complainants and respondents from the time of reporting through to case completion.

Advice and support is also provided with respect to domestic violence, no contact applications, court preparation and trials. Mediation services are available on request by staff and students. Assistance and support in student tribunals and disciplinary hearings is also offered.

The OIC and Campus Protection Services can facilitate 24-Hour Emergency Assistance to Victoria Hospital Thuthuzela Care Center for survivors who have experienced an incident of rape or sexual assault within the 72-Hour medical treatment period.

This includes:
•    Facilitation to Victoria Hospital TCC for medical care, counselling and optional forensic examination (Rape Kit).
•    Referral to the OIC for ongoing support.

Case Advisors: Survivor Support
and 
Respondent Queries 
Office Tel:  021 650 3530

Useful information

UCT policies on sexual harassment, sexual offences, sexual orientation, racism and racial harassment, disability, HIV infection and Aids, and mediation can be found on the UCT policies web page.

We say enough! Empower yourself with the knowledge on how to support a Survivor of sexual violence by downloading the Ally Guide.

Contact

Mrs Yumna Patel
Manager: Discrimination, Harassment and Violence
Email: yumna.patel@uct.ac.za
Contact Number: 021 650 5948