Sexual Harassment Awareness Day 2025 (2)

Sexism and sexual harassment are a reality in the academic landscape. To prevent and deal with sexual harassment in our study and work environments, we need to reflect on our own behaviour, in an evolving society, respect the boundaries of others and take responsibility for ourselves and our fellow colleagues, staff, and students. Reacting when witnessing sexism or harassment is however anything but easy.

On the occasion of the third Sexual Harassment Awareness Day (SHAD) launched by swissuniversities and in order to help the EPFL community learn how to prevent and act against harassment, the Trust and Support Network (TSN) and the Equal Opportunity Office propose a three-fold action:

1. Take one hour to complete the e-learning "You are not alone. Promoting Respect" and learn how to react to inappropriate behaviour.

2. Follow the online talk organized by the University of Bern (2025 SHAD coordinator) on April 29.

3. Participate in the Theatre forum “Coffee Machine” (in French on May 8, in English on May 27), which will give the audience the opportunity to intervene and become "specta(c)tors".

The play “Coffee Machine” is based on research carried out by Dr. Kléa Faniko at the University of Geneva. It lasts 2 hours with 30 minutes at the end for Q&A and discussion that tends to be very insightful. Here is a website for those who are interested in learning more about it.

>> Sign up by May 19 in order to get a complimentary lunch
(sandwich and fruit, beverage not included). You'll receive a confirmation a few days ahead the event.
 
We hope that many of you will sign up beyond your gender.