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UNC Asheville Hosts “Speak-Out” on Sexual Harassment

February 15, 2013

UNC Asheville will host a sexual harassment "speak-out" at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28, in the Laurel Forum in Karpen Hall. The speak-out will bring voice to diverse experiences of sexual harassment, and provide information about preventing and defending oneself against sexual harassment. The event is free and open to the public.

Participants will have the opportunity to share personal stories and raise questions in person. The speak-out is designed to raise awareness of sexual harassment, and provide information on how to report, prevent and address such situations, to help create equal and just workplace and school environments. Shared stories will be a key component of this event.

For more information, email Lori Horvitz at lhorvitz@unca.edu, or Amanda Wray at awray1@unca.edu.