How to Be an Active Bystander

This free 2 hour Becoming An Active Bystander workshop empowers community members to identify and intervene in potentially harmful situations, and to respond compassionately to individuals affected by sexual assault.  

By providing participants with scenarios relevant to university life, this program will provide skills and knowledge to intervene safely, educate peers on the different aspects of sexual violence, confront rape culture, and mediate group activities. This workshop strives to foster a community of responsibility, to reduce the incidents of sexual violence, and to create a safer space on campus. 

Students who complete the workshop receive credits on their co-curricular record. 

We strive to create an accessible and inclusive space. The building is wheelchair accessible via the main entrance on Sherbrooke. Wheelchair accessible washrooms can be found on the main floor. The washrooms on the 5th floor are accessible by a small set of stairs and are not gender neutral. The office is a scent-reduced space to minimize risk for people with neurological and respiratory issues. Please refrain from using scented products, such as perfume, cologne, shampoo, conditioner, soap, hairspray or gel, laundry detergent, fabric softener, or lotion.