Report
It is the survivor's right to choose whether to report rape, sexual assault or sexual harassment.
In brief:
As a survivor, you have the right to decide if, how, and when you wish to disclose, make a report or take any other further action. By submitting a report to UQ, you are not initiating a formal, investigative process. Your information will be used to put you in contact with a member of the Sexual Misconduct Support Unit (SMSU), who can provide you with information about your reporting options. The SMSU can assist you by providing information and guidance around reporting options, as well as providing you support throughout the reporting and investigation process.
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This page will cover content relating to sexual misconduct which may be distressing for some people.
There are many reasons why someone might choose, or choose not, to report their experience of sexual assault or harassment. UQ Respect supports the right of survivors to choose if, how, and when they report their experience.
Deciding whether to make a report can be a difficult decision and many survivors who decide to report do not do so immediately. It is never too late to make a report of sexual misconduct.
UQ's reporting options and procedures are designed to put the needs and wishes of the victim-survivor first, to ensure their safety and wellbeing. The SMSU, along with other community support services, can provide information about reporting options and pathways.
Need emergency support?
If you are experiencing an emergency or need urgent support in relation to an experience of sexual assault or harassment, then you can call:
- +61 7 3365 3333 UQ Security for on campus emergencies
- 000 for immediate police or ambulance assistance
- 1800 Respect 1800 737 732 for 24/7 counselling support
- Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) 07 3646 5207 for 24/7 Acute Response
- External community support options in Queensland
How can I report to UQ?
If you are a survivor of sexual misconduct (assault or harassment) you can report the incident to UQ by:
- submitting a confidential online form
- calling +61 7 3443 1000
- emailing sexualmisconductsupport@uq.edu.au
We will not disclose any identifiable information to others outside UQ unless we are legally required to do so or believe there is a genuine threat to a person’s health and safety.
What happens to my report?
By submitting a report, you are not initiating a formal, investigative reporting process. We will only use the information you provide to put you in contact with a member of the SMSU who will talk you through your support and reporting options.
Reports can be kept anonymous and no further action needs to be taken. The choice is with the survivor on how they intend to proceed.
Why should I submit a report?
There are lots of reasons why someone might choose, or choose not, to report their experience of sexual misconduct. Victim-survivors have the right to choose if, how and when they report their experience. UQ’s reporting options and procedures are designed to put the needs and wishes of the victim-survivor first, to ensure their safety and wellbeing. If you include your contact details in your report this will enable us to put you in contact with an SMSU Counsellor who can provide you with information and support. Both formal and anonymous reports enable UQ to identify patterns in behaviour and provide us with information that can help us make UQ a safer, more supportive space.
I want to report to the police
In a campus emergency contact security on +61 7 3365 3333.
Off campus, call Triple Zero 000 for immediate police and ambulance support.
You can make a report to the Police for a criminal investigation of an incident. If you are out of immediate danger, the SMSU can provide you with support in reporting an incident to the Police.