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Sexual assault reporting procedures at Ohio colleges
Mira S Krivoshey1, Rachel Adkins, Rebecca Hayes
1a Division of Health Behavior and Health Promotion , The Ohio State University College of Public Health , Columbus , Ohio.
Journal of American College Health : J of ACH
|August 27, 2014
Summary
Many Ohio colleges lack comprehensive sexual assault policies online, failing to provide essential reporting options for victims. Improving website accessibility and clarity for sexual assault reporting is crucial for student safety.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Higher Education Policy
- Criminology
Background:
- Reporting sexual assault on college campuses is a critical issue impacting student safety and institutional accountability.
- Existing recommendations aim to reduce barriers for victims reporting sexual assault.
- Understanding college compliance with these recommendations is vital for improving support systems.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the extent to which Ohio's 4-year colleges adhere to established guidelines for sexual assault reporting.
- To identify specific barriers present in college policies and reporting mechanisms.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive review of sexual assault policies was conducted on the websites of 105 four-year colleges in Ohio.
- Data were collected between March and November 2011 using eight predefined measures to assess policy availability and content.
- Analysis focused on the presence of policies, definitions of sexual offenses, and availability of reporting options.
Main Results:
- Sixty-six percent of surveyed Ohio colleges featured an online sexual assault policy.
- Less than 1% of colleges provided definitions for sexual offenses as defined by the Ohio Revised Code.
- While all colleges with policies listed on-campus reporting personnel, only 25% offered confidential reporting and 31% provided 24/7 options.
Conclusions:
- A significant number of Ohio colleges fall short in providing accessible and comprehensive sexual assault reporting mechanisms.
- Implementing clearly labeled policies with 24/7 reporting and clear definitions of sexual assault can significantly assist victims.
- Enhancing online policy information is a key step toward better supporting survivors of sexual assault on college campuses.
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