The skinny on sexual harassment and rape
DATE RAPE/SEXUAL
HARASSMENT/ASSAULT
Sexual Assault Is:
any unwanted act of a sexual nature forced by one person upon another;
a crime, even in a dating or spousal relationship;
not a loss of control; it is an act of power and control.
Facts about Sexual Assault
1 in 4 Canadian Women will be sexually assaulted in her life time - half of these assaults will be against women under 16;
of the women who are sexually assaulted, 85% are assaulted by men they know
no woman ever “asks” or deserves to be sexually assaulted - whatever a woman wears, wherever she goes, whomever she talks to, “no” means “no”
Call the Women's Sexual Assault Help Line for confidential support - 1-800-461-2929
What is Date Rape?
Date Rape is a term used for sexual assault that occurs in a dating relationship. It is against the law whether you are on your first date or have been dating for months or years.
What is Acquaintance Rape?
Acquaintance Rape is sexual assault that is committed by someone the victim knows, but isn't necessarily dating, such as a friend, neighbour or co-worker.
Under Canadian law, a person can be charged with sexual assault if he or she forces sexual activity upon another person - whether that person is a stranger, friend, date or spouse.
Force Includes:
Using physical strength or weapons
Threats of using physical strength or weapons
Getting a person high or drunk in order to have sex
Having sex with someone who cannot consent. For example, she has too much to drink or is asleep.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT IS:
One important definition of sexual harassment is provided by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission: “sexual harassment consists of verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature, imposed on the basis of sex... that denies, limits, or provides different... treatment.” (Dey, Korn, and Sax, 1996).
An example of what is considered sexual harassment at institutions of higher learning comes from this excerpt from the University of Iowa's Sexual Harassment Policy:
Physical assault; physical touching of any kind that is sexual in nature;
Direct or implied threats that submission to sexual advances may favorably affect employment, work status, promotion, grades, or letters of recommendation, or that rejection of sexual advances may produce a negative effect;
Direct propositions of a sexual nature;
Subtle pressure for sexual activity, one element of which may be conduct such as repeated or unwanted staring;
A pattern of conduct that tends to bring discomfort and/or humiliation, which may include comments of a sexual nature, or sexually explicit jokes, statements, questions, or anecdotes;
A pattern of conduct that would tend to bring discomfort or humiliation to a reasonable person at whom the conduct was directed, which may include unnecessary touching, patting, hugging, or brushing against a person's clothing or body, or remarks about sexual activity or speculations about previous sexual experience.
What can you do to avoid situations that might lead to DATE RAPE:
Be Aware that alcohol and drugs are often related to date rape
Never leave your drink unattended. Date rape drugs are out there!
Trust your gut feelings...a woman's intuition is a powerful tool. Listen to your inner voice.
Set sexual limits...it is your body, and no one has the right to force you to do anything you don't want to do
Be forceful and firm. Do not worry about making a scene or not being polite.
If you are unsure of a date, go in a group or double date.
Avoid secluded places where you are in a vulnerable position
Be careful when you invite someone to your home or are invited to his home.
Be aware of the Warning Signs:
Are you dating a man who...
Does not listen to you? Men like this generally have little respect for women and would be more likely to hear “no” as meaning “CONVINCE ME”.
Ignores your personal space and boundaries?
Expresses anger or aggression towards women as individuals or in general?
Does what he wants regardless of what you want?
Tries to make you feel guilty, or accuses you of being “uptight” if you resist his sexual overtures?
Acts excessively jealous or possessive?
Has unrealistic ideas about women (for example, “women are meant to serve men”). Such men are not likely to take your objections to sex seriously.
Abuses alcohol or drugs? Those who expect sex after they have been drinking may use force if they encounter resistance
Recent developments in addressing the issue of sexual harassment have made two things clear for colleges and universities: neither society at large, nor the legal system, will tolerate a passive approach to stopping sexual harassment on campus. It is important that colleges and universities make serious efforts to address and remedy sexual harassment within their classrooms and offices -- not just to for the purpose of avoiding the threat of social stigma or legal proceedings, but to protect the integrity of the institution and the well-being of its students, faculty, and staff. Past experience suggests that the best way to approach the issue of sexual harassment at colleges and universities is to develop clear and respected policies for dealing with complaints and educating the entire campus community about sexual harassment and its consequences.
DATE RAPE DRUGS AND HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF
ROHYPNOL
What are the street names?
Rophy, Ruffles, Roofies, Ruffies, Ruff Up, Rib, Roach 2, R2, R2-Do-U, Roche, Rope, Ropies, Circles, Circes, Forget It, Forget-Me-pill, Mexican Valium.
What is it?
A prescription sedative/depressant belonging to the Benzodiazepine family of drugs - it is produced worldwide by Hoffman-La Roche, Inc. The generic name for Rohypnol is Flunitrazepam. This drug is not manufactured or approved for use in North America but can be found as a street drug.. It is tasteless, colorless and odorless and can be crushed and added to any drink, including water, without detection. Repeated use of the drug can lead to dependency.
What are the effects?
The most common effects include; disinhibition and amnesia, excitability or aggressive behavior, decreased blood pressure, memory impairment, drowsiness, visual disturbances, semi-consciousness, dizziness, confusion, stomach disturbances, and urinary retention.
How quickly does it act on/leave the system?
It is quick acting, with noticeable effects occurring within 20 minutes of ingestion. Mixed without alcohol the effects last 8 - 12 hours, with alcohol the effects last longer, up to 36 hours. After ingestion it can be found in the blood stream for 24 hours and in urine samples for 48 hours.
What does it look like?
The pills are small and white with a split-pill line on one side and the word "ROCHE" with the number 1 or 2 in a circle stamped on the other. They are quickly dissolved in liquid especially when crushed first.
What are the effects?
The most common effects include; disinhibition and amnesia, excitability or aggressive behavior, decreased blood pressure, memory impairment, drowsiness, visual disturbances, semi-consciousness, dizziness, confusion, stomach disturbances, and urinary retention
Ketamine Hydrochloride
What are the street names?
Special K, Super K, K, OK, KO, Vitamin K, Kid Rock, Ket Kat, Make-Her-Mine.
What is it?
A legal drug sold as a veterinary sedative or hospital grade anesthesia and goes by the brand names Ketasetฎ or Ketalarฎ). It is in the same family of drugs as PCP (phencyclidine). When used in humans the drug acts as a dissociative anesthesia; it renders the user vaguely aware of, but comfortably detached from all bodily sensations.
What are the effects?
The most common effects include; delirium, vivid hallucinations, cardiac excitement, mild respiratory depression, confusion, irrationality, violent or aggressive behavior, vertigo, ataxia, slurred speech, delayed reaction time, euphoria, thinking, altered body image, analgesia, amnesia, and coma.
How quickly does it act on/leave the system?
This depends on how it is ingested. When taken orally or nasally the effects take 10 - 20 minutes to be realized. When taken intravenously the effects are instantaneous. The effects last less than 3 hours and the drug is detectable in the system up to 48 hours depending on the method of ingestion. Since it is often mixed with other mind-altering drugs, like heroin and cocaine, many people do not ever realize they have been given this substance.
What does it look like?
In undiluted form it looks like an off-white powder, in diluted form it looks like slightly cloudy water.
Gamma Hydroxy Butyrate (GHB)
What are the street names?
Easy Lay, EZ Lay, Liquid Ecstasy, Ellie, Clear X, Liquid X, X-rater, XTC, Chemical X, Liquid Dream, Scoop, Scoop Her, Get-Her-to-Bed.
What is it?
It is an odorless, colorless, liquid that acts on the central nervous system as a depressant/anesthesia. It was banned in the United States in 1990 under the Samantha Reid Date-Rape Prohibition Act of 2000. It is also illegal in Canada and many parts of Europe. It is not produced or manufactured by any pharmaceutical company; instead it is made in illegal drug labs or by amateur chemists in their homes. It can be easily made with common and readily available ingredients and novice chemistry skills and the recipe is easy to find. Making, possessing and/or using this drug is illegal.
What are the effects?
The most common effects include: euphoria, amnesia, intoxication, drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, amnesia, visual hallucinations, hypotension, brady-cardia, severe respiratory depression, and coma. In lower doses the most common side effects are: drowsiness, nausea, and hallucinations. In higher doses the most common side effects are: unconsciousness, seizures, severe respiratory depression, and coma. Since the drug is not standardized it is impossible to be certain what dosage you are taking or being given and accidental overdose is a distinct possibility.
How quickly does it act on/leave the system?
GHB begins to take effect 10 - 15 minutes after ingestion. The effects last for three - six hours when taken without alcohol and 36 - 72 hours when mixed with alcohol or other drugs. In very high dosages unconsciousness, or even coma, can occur within five minutes.
What does it look like?
It looks exactly like water.
— compiled by Kate Fried
HARASSMENT/ASSAULT
Sexual Assault Is:
any unwanted act of a sexual nature forced by one person upon another;
a crime, even in a dating or spousal relationship;
not a loss of control; it is an act of power and control.
Facts about Sexual Assault
1 in 4 Canadian Women will be sexually assaulted in her life time - half of these assaults will be against women under 16;
of the women who are sexually assaulted, 85% are assaulted by men they know
no woman ever “asks” or deserves to be sexually assaulted - whatever a woman wears, wherever she goes, whomever she talks to, “no” means “no”
Call the Women's Sexual Assault Help Line for confidential support - 1-800-461-2929
What is Date Rape?
Date Rape is a term used for sexual assault that occurs in a dating relationship. It is against the law whether you are on your first date or have been dating for months or years.
What is Acquaintance Rape?
Acquaintance Rape is sexual assault that is committed by someone the victim knows, but isn't necessarily dating, such as a friend, neighbour or co-worker.
Under Canadian law, a person can be charged with sexual assault if he or she forces sexual activity upon another person - whether that person is a stranger, friend, date or spouse.
Force Includes:
Using physical strength or weapons
Threats of using physical strength or weapons
Getting a person high or drunk in order to have sex
Having sex with someone who cannot consent. For example, she has too much to drink or is asleep.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT IS:
One important definition of sexual harassment is provided by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission: “sexual harassment consists of verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature, imposed on the basis of sex... that denies, limits, or provides different... treatment.” (Dey, Korn, and Sax, 1996).
An example of what is considered sexual harassment at institutions of higher learning comes from this excerpt from the University of Iowa's Sexual Harassment Policy:
Physical assault; physical touching of any kind that is sexual in nature;
Direct or implied threats that submission to sexual advances may favorably affect employment, work status, promotion, grades, or letters of recommendation, or that rejection of sexual advances may produce a negative effect;
Direct propositions of a sexual nature;
Subtle pressure for sexual activity, one element of which may be conduct such as repeated or unwanted staring;
A pattern of conduct that tends to bring discomfort and/or humiliation, which may include comments of a sexual nature, or sexually explicit jokes, statements, questions, or anecdotes;
A pattern of conduct that would tend to bring discomfort or humiliation to a reasonable person at whom the conduct was directed, which may include unnecessary touching, patting, hugging, or brushing against a person's clothing or body, or remarks about sexual activity or speculations about previous sexual experience.
What can you do to avoid situations that might lead to DATE RAPE:
Be Aware that alcohol and drugs are often related to date rape
Never leave your drink unattended. Date rape drugs are out there!
Trust your gut feelings...a woman's intuition is a powerful tool. Listen to your inner voice.
Set sexual limits...it is your body, and no one has the right to force you to do anything you don't want to do
Be forceful and firm. Do not worry about making a scene or not being polite.
If you are unsure of a date, go in a group or double date.
Avoid secluded places where you are in a vulnerable position
Be careful when you invite someone to your home or are invited to his home.
Be aware of the Warning Signs:
Are you dating a man who...
Does not listen to you? Men like this generally have little respect for women and would be more likely to hear “no” as meaning “CONVINCE ME”.
Ignores your personal space and boundaries?
Expresses anger or aggression towards women as individuals or in general?
Does what he wants regardless of what you want?
Tries to make you feel guilty, or accuses you of being “uptight” if you resist his sexual overtures?
Acts excessively jealous or possessive?
Has unrealistic ideas about women (for example, “women are meant to serve men”). Such men are not likely to take your objections to sex seriously.
Abuses alcohol or drugs? Those who expect sex after they have been drinking may use force if they encounter resistance
Recent developments in addressing the issue of sexual harassment have made two things clear for colleges and universities: neither society at large, nor the legal system, will tolerate a passive approach to stopping sexual harassment on campus. It is important that colleges and universities make serious efforts to address and remedy sexual harassment within their classrooms and offices -- not just to for the purpose of avoiding the threat of social stigma or legal proceedings, but to protect the integrity of the institution and the well-being of its students, faculty, and staff. Past experience suggests that the best way to approach the issue of sexual harassment at colleges and universities is to develop clear and respected policies for dealing with complaints and educating the entire campus community about sexual harassment and its consequences.
DATE RAPE DRUGS AND HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF
ROHYPNOL
What are the street names?
Rophy, Ruffles, Roofies, Ruffies, Ruff Up, Rib, Roach 2, R2, R2-Do-U, Roche, Rope, Ropies, Circles, Circes, Forget It, Forget-Me-pill, Mexican Valium.
What is it?
A prescription sedative/depressant belonging to the Benzodiazepine family of drugs - it is produced worldwide by Hoffman-La Roche, Inc. The generic name for Rohypnol is Flunitrazepam. This drug is not manufactured or approved for use in North America but can be found as a street drug.. It is tasteless, colorless and odorless and can be crushed and added to any drink, including water, without detection. Repeated use of the drug can lead to dependency.
What are the effects?
The most common effects include; disinhibition and amnesia, excitability or aggressive behavior, decreased blood pressure, memory impairment, drowsiness, visual disturbances, semi-consciousness, dizziness, confusion, stomach disturbances, and urinary retention.
How quickly does it act on/leave the system?
It is quick acting, with noticeable effects occurring within 20 minutes of ingestion. Mixed without alcohol the effects last 8 - 12 hours, with alcohol the effects last longer, up to 36 hours. After ingestion it can be found in the blood stream for 24 hours and in urine samples for 48 hours.
What does it look like?
The pills are small and white with a split-pill line on one side and the word "ROCHE" with the number 1 or 2 in a circle stamped on the other. They are quickly dissolved in liquid especially when crushed first.
What are the effects?
The most common effects include; disinhibition and amnesia, excitability or aggressive behavior, decreased blood pressure, memory impairment, drowsiness, visual disturbances, semi-consciousness, dizziness, confusion, stomach disturbances, and urinary retention
Ketamine Hydrochloride
What are the street names?
Special K, Super K, K, OK, KO, Vitamin K, Kid Rock, Ket Kat, Make-Her-Mine.
What is it?
A legal drug sold as a veterinary sedative or hospital grade anesthesia and goes by the brand names Ketasetฎ or Ketalarฎ). It is in the same family of drugs as PCP (phencyclidine). When used in humans the drug acts as a dissociative anesthesia; it renders the user vaguely aware of, but comfortably detached from all bodily sensations.
What are the effects?
The most common effects include; delirium, vivid hallucinations, cardiac excitement, mild respiratory depression, confusion, irrationality, violent or aggressive behavior, vertigo, ataxia, slurred speech, delayed reaction time, euphoria, thinking, altered body image, analgesia, amnesia, and coma.
How quickly does it act on/leave the system?
This depends on how it is ingested. When taken orally or nasally the effects take 10 - 20 minutes to be realized. When taken intravenously the effects are instantaneous. The effects last less than 3 hours and the drug is detectable in the system up to 48 hours depending on the method of ingestion. Since it is often mixed with other mind-altering drugs, like heroin and cocaine, many people do not ever realize they have been given this substance.
What does it look like?
In undiluted form it looks like an off-white powder, in diluted form it looks like slightly cloudy water.
Gamma Hydroxy Butyrate (GHB)
What are the street names?
Easy Lay, EZ Lay, Liquid Ecstasy, Ellie, Clear X, Liquid X, X-rater, XTC, Chemical X, Liquid Dream, Scoop, Scoop Her, Get-Her-to-Bed.
What is it?
It is an odorless, colorless, liquid that acts on the central nervous system as a depressant/anesthesia. It was banned in the United States in 1990 under the Samantha Reid Date-Rape Prohibition Act of 2000. It is also illegal in Canada and many parts of Europe. It is not produced or manufactured by any pharmaceutical company; instead it is made in illegal drug labs or by amateur chemists in their homes. It can be easily made with common and readily available ingredients and novice chemistry skills and the recipe is easy to find. Making, possessing and/or using this drug is illegal.
What are the effects?
The most common effects include: euphoria, amnesia, intoxication, drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, amnesia, visual hallucinations, hypotension, brady-cardia, severe respiratory depression, and coma. In lower doses the most common side effects are: drowsiness, nausea, and hallucinations. In higher doses the most common side effects are: unconsciousness, seizures, severe respiratory depression, and coma. Since the drug is not standardized it is impossible to be certain what dosage you are taking or being given and accidental overdose is a distinct possibility.
How quickly does it act on/leave the system?
GHB begins to take effect 10 - 15 minutes after ingestion. The effects last for three - six hours when taken without alcohol and 36 - 72 hours when mixed with alcohol or other drugs. In very high dosages unconsciousness, or even coma, can occur within five minutes.
What does it look like?
It looks exactly like water.
— compiled by Kate Fried
