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Graduates Twice as Likely to Report Sexual Harassment

3/31/2026

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University College London researchers found that graduates are twice as likely to report unwanted sexual approaches as non-graduates, with 22% versus 11% reporting such experiences.
Non-graduates faced higher rates of other crimes, including police stops and assaults.
Lead author Dr. Aase Villadsen of University College London urged including men in prevention efforts and noted rising rates of unwanted sexual harassment, especially among females.

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University College London researchers found that graduates are twice as likely to report unwanted sexual approaches as non-graduates, with 22% versus 11% reporting such experiences.
Non-graduates faced higher rates of other crimes, including police stops and assaults.
Lead author Dr. Aase Villadsen of University College London urged including men in prevention efforts and noted rising rates of unwanted sexual harassment, especially among females.