There may be reasons why you would prefer to report your experiences anonymously. Reporting your experience can be an empowering action to take, and we take any information we receive about unacceptable behaviour within our community very seriously. 

Reporting anonymously means that your identity is protected when you submit an anonymous report. 

Unfortunately, we are not normally able to take any direct action against individuals following anonymous reports. 
We are committed to the principles of natural justice and the practicalities of investigating specific incidents usually means anonymity is not possible to maintain. 

However, please also bear in mind that if we receive reports with identifying information about individuals which involve significant risk concerns, the University may need to take action to safeguard individuals.  
 
Why do we collect anonymous reports? 
 
  • We usually cannot act on the specific information contained in an anonymous report, but it will be used to better understand the issues impacting our university community, and to shape our prevention of unacceptable behaviour.  

  • We use the anonymous data to identify trends or patterns emerging in our community, and work with relevant Faculties, Schools, Services or external agencies to implement proactive measures to mitigate concerning trends. This may include new awareness campaigns or creating more specific resources.  

Can I talk to an advisor and then submit an anonymous report?  
 
  • Yes, but bear in mind the potential for you to be identified based on information you already shared with an advisor. 
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There are two ways you can tell us what happened

Report anonymously or Support from an advisor