Any form of GBV is never okay.
The term "gender-based violence" refers to crimes against women that are primarily, though not solely, committed by men, such as forced marriage, rape, domestic abuse, and stalking. It is a sign of the historical and current inequality of power in our society.
Some examples of gender-based violence include:
The term "gender-based violence" refers to crimes against women that are primarily, though not solely, committed by men, such as forced marriage, rape, domestic abuse, and stalking. It is a sign of the historical and current inequality of power in our society.
Some examples of gender-based violence include:
- rape or other sexual crimes
- domestic violence
- stalking
- forced marriage
- so-called 'honour' crimes
- sexual harassment
These crimes can happen in public or private life. Threats also count as forms of gender-based violence.
The terms "violence against women" and "gender-based violence" are frequently used interchangeably. This is due to the widely accepted fact that women and girls account for the majority of victims of gender-based violence due to the unequal balance of power between men and women in society.
Get Support
The terms "violence against women" and "gender-based violence" are frequently used interchangeably. This is due to the widely accepted fact that women and girls account for the majority of victims of gender-based violence due to the unequal balance of power between men and women in society.
Get Support
If you think you or someone you know has been a victim of GBV there is a variety of support options available to both students and staff.
For students
· The College’s team of professional counsellors, who offer confidential support.
· Currently Glasgow Clyde College students can access support through our Time to Talk Helpline 0141 272 3786.
Time to Talk Helpline Day: 1pm – 3pm, Monday to Friday
The helpline is staffed by counsellors.
· Equality, Diversity and Inclusion- Our Equality & Diversity Lead provides advice, support and guidance on equality, diversity and inclusion related issues to students and staff. Contact Caroline at report&support@glasgowclyde.ac.uk
· Student Info & Welfare Centre - This College service offers support and advice on issues affecting your student life, with signposting and referral to more specialist services. If you're not sure where to go, this is a good place to start.
· Student Advisors can talk through the College's procedures, how to make a complaint and what support is available, in confidence.