Effects of Mandatory Sexual Misconduct Training on University Campuses

The authors explore whether mandatory, universal, in-person sexual misconduct training achieves its goals to build knowledge about assault and harassment increase intentions report episodes of assault. present results from three studies with quasi-experimental designs as well interviews students staff members at a diverse public university in the western United States. surprising finding is that participating makes women less likely say they will experiences authorities. produces some small positive effects: gain broader definitions are endorse common rape myths, express sexist attitudes immediately after training. This study raises questions one-shot helps reduce violence reporting on college campuses universities should invest these types