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the status, ownership, approval, review and implementation of this version of this document
contact details for who can help with enquiries about application and interpretation and
a brief summary of changes between this and the previous version.

Because committees and positions can change over time, current information about policy approval pathways should be obtained from policies@melbournepolytechnic.edu.au.

Sexual Harm Prevention and Response Policy

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Status	Current	Indicates if this version of the document is in effect (Current), yet to come into effect (Future), or expired (Historic).
Effective Date	14th December 2023	This is the date on which this version of the document came into effect.
Review Date	13th December 2028	The next review of this document is scheduled to commence on this date.
Approval Authority	Chief Executive	The noted authority approved this version of the document. The Policy Framework Policy defines the current positions and committees that have authority to approve policies and procedures
Approval Date	13th December 2023	This is the date on which this version of the document was approved by the authorised authority.
Expiry Date	Not Applicable	This is the date on which this version expires. It may still apply, conditionally, after this date.
Policy Implementation Officer	Karen Cook Manager Student Services	This is the designated subject matter expert and contact person for enquiries relating to content and implementation
Policy Owner	Cathy Frazer Executive Director People and Student Success	This is the member of Executive with responsibility for the document
Enquiries Contact	Karen Cook Manager Student Services Student Services	General enquiries should be directed to the officer/area listed.

Summary of Changes from Previous Version

The most recent TEQSA audit recommended that Melbourne Polytechnic update its sexual harassment and sexual assault policy. In line with contemporary practice, the policy suite uses the term sexual harm as a holistic term for all forms of sexual violence, including but not limited to sexual harassment and assault, stalking, indecent exposure, and technology-facilitated sexual violence. The primary audience of the policy and procedure is those who have experienced sexual harm, not those who are responding.

Clauses Amended:Policy: All

09/10/2024: Position name changed from Executive Director Infrastructure Sustainability and Precincts (EDISP) to Executive Director Commercial, Sustainability and Infrastructure (EDCSI)

09/10/2024: Position name changed from Executive Director Student Engagement International and Community Partnerships (EDSEICP) to Executive Director People and Student Success (EDPSS)