Respect and safety in our community.
A coordinated approach
At St Catherine’s College, we are committed to creating a residential community where everyone feels safe, respected and supported. Behaviours that constitute gender-based violence, sexual harassment, sexual harm, coercion, intimidation, stalking, harassment, discrimination or retaliation are not tolerated in our College community.
As a residential college, we align with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence and the Australian Universities Accord, and we work closely with our students, staff and university partners to prevent harm, respond appropriately to concerns and uphold clear standards of conduct within our community.
Support and Reporting
If you experience or witness behaviour that makes you feel unsafe, uncomfortable or concerned, support is available at St Catherine’s College. Whether you want to talk things through, seek practical help or explore your options, you can choose who you are comfortable speaking to and how much you wish to share. College staff will listen, respect your choices, and provide clear information about support and reporting pathways within the College and through the University of Western Australia or Curtin University. Where there is a need to act to ensure safety or meet legal or university obligations, this will be explained to you clearly.
Students can seek support from any of the following people:
Chief Executive Officer
Head of College
Deans and Associate Deans of College
Director of Dandjoo Darbalung
College Row Wellbeing Officer (UWA)
Residential Advisors, who can help you make contact with a staff member if you prefer
What to expect when you seek support from a College staff member:
You will be treated with respect and care
Your wellbeing and safety will be prioritised
You will be given clear information about support services and reporting options
You will not be pressured to make a formal report
Confidential and external support
Students may also choose to access confidential support outside the College, including university services or specialist external services. St Catherine’s College can assist with referrals if requested.
You do not need College permission to seek external support.
Immediate help
If you are in immediate danger or need urgent assistance, contact emergency services on 000.