A Collaborative Community College Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Effort: Climate Study Results to Assess Impact

Abstract

Although 2-year institutions report higher rates of sexual violence (SV) than 4-year institutions, few resources exist to address SV on these campuses. The present study describes and assesses the impact of a 3-year initiative to engage personnel and students at seven 2-year colleges and community professionals to increase the effectiveness of SV prevention and response strategies. We administered a climate survey during the first and third year of this initiative. Compared with 2017 participants, 2019 participants reported increases in awareness of campus resources and perceptions of SV. Implications and suggestions for prevention and response efforts at 2-year institutions are discussed.

Addressing Campus Sexual Violence: A Collaborative Governance Approach to Legal Policy

“…It has significantly reduced the number of sexual crimes on campuses compared to efforts solely undertaken by the campuses themselves. 42 In the Netherlands, the approach to preventing sexual violence on campuses has evolved significantly since the 1970s. The country has transitioned from a fragmented model to a comprehensive, one-stop service that incorporates all institutions and professions associated with victims of on-campus sexual violence.…”