Following the findings from Where We Stand: The CalArts Survey on Sexual Respect, the Institute is taking additional steps in its ongoing work to create a stronger environment of sexual respect. Among the action items:
Fall 2022
- Distribution of survey results via campus events and outreach across the CalArts community
- Ongoing external review of CalArts policies and practices on sexual respect, including provisions for training, education, awareness, and reporting of sexual misconduct
- Preparation of campus counseling and wellness resources for a potential increase in reports of sexual misconduct following the introduction of survey results
- Evaluation of restorative practices and resources
- Exploration of permanent healing spaces and related prospects for additional supportive measures
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Spring 2023
- Delivery of recommendations for strengthening policies and practices on sexual respect
- Introduction of enhanced education and training around sexual respect and misconduct, to be made available to students, including incoming students, in addition to faculty, staff, and administrators