25 November 2025 – 10 December 2025

We’re committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for our University community. Join us for 16 Days of Activism as we break the stigma around sexual violence and abuse, raise awareness of support for all genders, and share ways you can take action.

Why 25 November matters

25 of November marks the start of the 16 Days of Activism, a global campaign to end gender-based violence. It is also both the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, a United Nations led call to end gender-based violence, and White Ribbon Day, which urges men and boys to stand as allies against violence toward women and girls.

It's not just..

In support of ending gender-based violence, you'll see this campaign across campus from 25 November to 10 December.

The aim is to raise awareness of the free and confidential support available to all Cardiff University students. You can also use the campaign to start conversations, learn to challenge harmful behaviour and together we will stand up to sexual violence and harassment.

Title: Poster text reads: You’re not overreacting. It’s not just a touch. Any unwanted sexual touching is sexual assault. If this has happened to you, it’s not your fault and you’re not alone. We are here to support you. To find out more search ‘It’s not just’ on the student intranet and student app. (Cardiff University logo and QR code visible)

How can we support you

Urgent support

Learn what to do if you believe you:

Read our immediate support and safety advice.

Get immediate advice after a sexual assault.

Report and Support

Report and Support is a confidential tool for you to find support.

 If you are a student and you choose to provide your contact details, your report will go directly to the Student Support Intervention Team (SSIT) -trauma-informed practitioners who offer a safe, non-judgmental environment guided by your needs.  This process is separate from formal university reporting processes and will not affect your academic record.

They can support you by:

  • listening to you
  • managing safety concerns
  • signposting/referring to specialist agencies
  • explaining options around reporting incidents, only if you wish to do so.

You do not need to have reported an incident to the Police to access SSIT support.

If you’re unsure or have questions before deciding, contact: StudentSupportInterventionTeam@Cardiff.ac.uk

Staff can also report cases of sexual misconduct they have experienced in the workplace. Staff will be supported by a member of their local HR team who can provide confidential advice and guidance on both wellbeing support available and routes of resolution, including formal reporting processes.

The employee assistance programme is also available for staff providing a free confidential helpline and wellbeing support for staff, and access to face-to-face or virtual counselling.

If you prefer not to make an identified disclosure, you can report anonymously.

For Students: Wellbeing Connect

If you’re unsure where to start and just need someone to talk to, our Wellbeing Connect Advisers are here to help and signpost you to the right support. Drop-in at the Centre for Student Life Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 16:00, book via Student Connect portal, or call +44 (0)29 2251 8888.

Community support

Community-based organisations can also offer specialist help:

What is sexual violence and harassment

Sexual violence and harassment, are forms of unwanted sexual behaviour. They can happen to anyone and be perpetrated by anyone, regardless of gender, age, sexuality, or background.

Saying yes, freely and willingly is key to all healthy sexual interactions. Remember, it is never the fault of the victim or survivor. The perpetrator is solely responsible for their actions.

You have the right to report sexual harassment, abuse or violence, to seek support, and to be protected from it.

How you can take action

Join us at an event

Complete our consent and active bystander training. We are asking you to play your part in keeping our campuses safe by completing 2 e-learning modules, which will help you practice the principles of consent, and be an active bystander and ally, speaking up and leading the change.

- Claire Morgan, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Education and Student Experience

Student Trainings Available

Learn more about the modules and how you can complete them.

Staff Trainings Available

In person

E-learning modules

Other ways to get involved

Further resources

External organisations:

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There are two ways you can tell us what happened

Tell us with details or Tell us anonymously