Myths & Facts

Myth: Sexual violence is rare.

Fact: As many as one in four women and one in six men will be sexually assaulted in their lifetime. The percentages are even higher for people with disabilities and within the LGBTQ2S+, BIPOC communities.

Myth: Most sexual assaults are committed by a stranger in a dark alley.

Fact: 80% to 90% of victims know their offender, often a relative, friend, co-worker, acquaintance, or partner. Half of all sexual assaults experienced by university students occur on dates, and many within the first few months of the school year.

Myth: Sexual violence is about sex.

Fact: Sexual violence is about power and control.

Sexual Violence Prevention and Response

We are now able to accommodate in-person, support via phone call, or Zoom Healthcare appointments. The best way to set up an appointment by phone at 306-337-3149 or through email: lynn.thera@uregina.ca, Sexual.Violence.Response@uregins.ca

You will be listened to, respected, and believed!

The University of Regina Sexual Violence Prevention and Response coordinator can assist survivors or their supports via telephone, Zoom or email.

You do not have to make a report to access University services.

The University of Regina Sexual Violence Prevention and Response (SVPR) coordinator can assist either survivors or their supports in person, or by telephone or e-mail. Supports include:

listening and respecting the survivor’s choice in recovery;
accompaniment to appointments or in seeking medical attention;
referrals to both on and off campus resources; and
advocate for deferrals, extensions and/or other academic accommodations, and general information.

The SVPR coordinator supports sexual violence prevention programing and workshops that educate and encourage a community of responsibility. Bringing in the Bystander workshops teach bystanders the skills necessary to both identify the continuum of violence and intervene in a safe way. The University also provides opportunities to share information on sexual violence, healthy relationships and consent.

Our Approach

Trauma-informed response that focuses on the needs of survivors.
Respecting the needs of survivors, listening non-judgmentally, and supporting with compassion.
Choice and empowerment.
Creating a culture of responsibility and compassion.
Seeking to prevent sexual violence through awareness and educational opportunities.
A welcoming space for sexual and gender diverse students, staff and community members.
Respect for cultural diversity and the specific needs of all students.