Everyone has the right to safety and life without fear. Griffith University and neighbouring cities Brisbane, Logan, and Gold Coast - like any city - all have areas that are less safe than others. When you are new to a place and don’t know where the safe and dangerous places are, you can be especially vulnerable.
Be aware of your personal security by following these basic rules:
- Avoid isolated places, especially at night. Try not to be out alone after dark.
- Stick to well-lit routes where there are people in sight.
- If you are going out late, try to tell someone where you’re going and what time you expect to be back.
- Don’t accept lifts from strangers.
- Trust your gut feelings and avoid people and situations that make you feel uncomfortable.
- Don’t allow ‘tailgaters’ to enter secured doors behind you.
- Jog or bike during daylight only in areas you are familiar with.
- If exercising, jog with a group of friends.
- Don't use earphones connected to a portable music device when out alone. It will distract you from who and what is around you.
- When you are socialising, don't leave your drink unattended, don't drink too much. Keeping a clear head makes it easier to make wise decisions when it comes to personal safety.
- Never accept food or drink from someone who is strange to you. If you didn’t see the food or drink being made, never take it (unless it’s in an unopened container). Always keep your eyes on your food or drink during a party or date.
- Be careful what you share on social media - be cautious when announcing your location and who you are with.
- Use the free Security Bus Service (Nathan and Gold Coast).
- Use lift phones or lift intercoms or campus Security phones to contact Security for any reason.
- Use the free Security Escort service to travel safely to your car and around campus at night.
The Queensland Police Service has produced a brochure containing advice to help you stay safe.
For more information on crime prevention, visit the Queensland Police Service website.
Report incidents
If you see or are involved in an incident, please report it to the University or the police. You can report an incident and remain anonymous.
In the event of an assault, these resources are available:
- Griffith Counselling
- Griffith Health Service
- Residential advisors in the Griffith residential colleges
- Police
- Rape crisis centre
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