SECURING I JUSTICE TO END SEXUAL VIOLENCE
Rhifyn 1204 Issue 1204
Cardiff University’s Student Paper | Established 1972
2 December 2024
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f you’re like me and feeling Christmassy already, and craving some festive nibbles, I would definitely recommend a visit to Cardiff ’s Winter Wonderland this year, which has an unprecedented array of food options. It’s the perfect place to drag your flatmates, go on a wintery date night, or show off to any friends and family visiting this festive season. Winter Wonderland’s cosiest bar this year is undoubtedly Tafarn, which is new...
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exual violence is something that nobody deserves to go through. This was the belief of those at the Annual General Meeting, who proposed the motion calling to end sexual misconduct on Cardiff University campuses. I interviewed Isabel Pelaez-Cooper, one of the speakers at the AGM in support of this motion, to gain some insight into why this cause is incredibly important.
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When asked about the current issues on campus, Pelaez-Cooper, argued that “currently, there is a massive safety issue on campus. We have all seen the reports on Overheard, and the assault of the woman under the Senghenydd bridge. However, many are still suffering in silence or fear, so the truth is we really don’t know how deep the problem runs. But it is safe to assume that campus is not as safe as it should be.” Indeed, around University at night, I do not feel safe as a woman. Threatening individuals, who are frequently spotted in Cathays have been posted online, yet nothing has been done about this. We are left feeling at risk when walking home from work and nights out and encouraged to stay ‘vigilant’ when the issue is nothing to do with us, and everything to do with the individuals making us feel unsafe as well as the lack of support currently available.
n sgîl bygythiadau i rôl Llywydd Undeb Myfyrwyr Cymraeg Aberystwyth (UMCA), mae Undeb Myfyrwyr Cymraeg Caerdydd (UMCC) wedi codi’u llais ac wedi datgelu eu bod yn sefyll yn gryf gydag UMCA ar yr achos. Rhyddhaodd Catrin Edith Parry, Islywydd y Gymraeg yn Undeb Myfyrwyr Caerdydd, ddatganiad ar y cyfryngau cymdeithasol, ar y cyd gyda Llywydd Undeb Myfyrwyr...
When asked about what change needs to be enacted, Pelaez-Cooper said “I'd ideally like the Uni to implement every single one of our proposals in the AGM motion. These notably include every organisation relating to student life having clear preventative measures and investigative pathways when it comes to sexual misconduct, raising awareness for where to find support, promoting the university’s reporting system, and pushing open dialogue about this issue. She went on to suggest that “it would be even more commendable if the Uni had further talks with us, so we could get possibly even more (proposals).” When questioned about what students can do to support the change that needs to happen on campus, Pelaez-Cooper stated that “students are always free to join time to act! There are only 4 of us who really work around the clock to do what we do. We would love it if people messaged us asking if they'd want to join our WhatsApp chats and meetings.” ‘Time To Act’ is a student-led campaign tackling sexual misconduct within Cardiff University and beyond....
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