In fostering a careful, open and diverse research culture, researchers and teachers promote a climate which leaves no room for harrassment. Today, Swiss universities launch Sexual Harrassment Awareness Day Sexual Harassment Awareness Day. See the program here: universities-against-harassment.ch/en

The rectors of the Swiss higher education landscape share a powerful message on today's Sexual Harassment Awareness Day in this video: ➡️ youtube.com/watch?v=Rc7PsM… Sexual Harassment Awareness Day #sh2023

📢 Important initiative. Sexual harassment at universities is a huge problem. Thus, I’m very happy and proud that so many Swiss Universities from both sides of the „Röstigraben“ join #sh2023. Sexual Harassment Awareness Day 👇

Why is a #campaign against #sexualHarassment needed in the academic environment? Prof. Dr. Anna Coninx, Professor of Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure, explains. Universität Luzern Full #video on our website: universities-against-harassment.ch/ressourcen#con… #sh2023 #mindful #respectful #responsible

Aurélie Nusbaum-de Francesco – labour dispute management lawyer, confidant, mediator and ombudsperson – about sexual harassment. #sh2023 #mindful #respectful #responsible

Today is the official day after our first Sexual Harassment Awareness Day 2023. A day full of impactful actions and events, a day where our messages could be seen, read, and heard in the hallways of all Swiss universities, research institutes, and beyond. Thank you! #sh2023

Sexism and sexual harassment are a reality in Swiss higher education and research institutions. That is why we are once again taking action against sexual harassment and border-crossing behavior on the 2nd Sexual Harassment Awareness Day. Save the Date: April 25, 2024. #sh2024

"A healthy and respectful university environment needs the contribution of each and every one of us. Let us act together to stop sexual and sexist harassment." – Rachele Santoro, Delegate for Equal Opportunities, Canton of Ticino #sh2024 #mindful #respectful #responsible

Jade Maï Cock about harassment and discrimination in general. #sh2024 #mindful #respectful #responsible

"An harassment-free working environment is a fundamental prerequisite for collaboration and our research activities. At the research institutes of the ETH Domain, we are committed to ensuring that every person feels safe and valued in order to develop their potential." #SH2024

"I want my university to be a save space where taboo doesn't prevent us from talking about sexual harassment." – Lou Cadorin, Student, Universität St.Gallen (HSG) #sh2024 #mindful #respectful #responsible #swissuniversities #swiss #universities

"I think it's important that people from the university context regularly deal with this topic, exchange ideas and information and that they are aware of the topicality of this issue." – Aurelia Rea, student, Universität Luzern #sh2024 #mindful #respectful #responsible

"My greatest wish is that we all become aware that we have a role to play in Swiss universities to help create an environment that is fair and respectful." – Prof. Dr. Hugues Abriel, Vice-Rector for Research and Innovation, Universität Bern #sh2024

« Nous revendiguons la création de postes stables pour le corps intermédiaire des Hautes écoles suisses afin de créer des conditions de travail dans lesquelles les victimes de harcèlement sexuel peuvent porter plainte sans craindre de ne pas être réengagées. » #sh2024

Christoph Breier, Inclusion Specialist at Universität St.Gallen (HSG), about sexual harassment. #sh2024 #mindful #respectful #responsible

"Hochschulen müssen über niederschwellige Anlaufstellen verfügen und sie Wissen rund um sexuelle Belästigung stetig vermitteln. Die Führungspersonen müssen sich ihrer Verantwortung bewusst sein und im Sinne einer Null-Toleranz handeln können." – Prof. Dr. Heike Mayer Universität Bern

„A healthy and respectful university environment needs the contribution of each and every one of us. Let us act together to stop sexual and sexist harassment.“ – Rachele Santoro, Canton of Ticino, Delegate for Gender Equality #sh2024 #mindful #respectful #responsible

"I would like to see systematic training for the entire university community on the topics of sexism and sexual harassment." – Dr Klea Faniko researcher, Université de Genève #sh2024 #mindful #respectful #responsible

People who study or work at universities are a very heterogeneous group. This year's campaign video shows how diverse and individual the ideas, wishes and demands are when it comes to combating harassment and sexism in the university environment. Link: sh2024.ch

It is exactly one week after the second Sexual Harassment Awareness Day. Thank you to all of the wonderful people who supported us last week and during the preparation phase to make this all possible. This day belongs to you! #sh2024 #mindful #respectful #responsible