Here to Help

“Here to Help” is ITUs initiative to ensure a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment for all students and staff. It provides a confidential support system for those who experience or witness offensive, discriminatory, or inappropriate behaviour on campus, in digital spaces, or at ITU-related events.

Students can reach out to the Study and Career Guidance for confidential conversations, where they receive support and guidance on potential next steps. Here, the Sexual Harassment Committee can also be contacted, in which Cecilie Aggerholm and Ida Engell Kold has participated as representatives of the Student Council.

If further action is needed, the Head of Student Affairs and Programmes leads the process, ensuring appropriate measures are taken. Outcomes depend on the severity of the case, and may range from follow-up conversations to formal sanctions. 

The initiative also aligns with ITUs commitment to diversity and inclusion, supported by policies and the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Student Council has played a role in this initiative by actively participating in the planning process, particularly with the Communications department. We have also been involved in discussions with other organisations such as Analog, Scrollbar, and Que(e)ries to ensure effective outreach. As such we have attended multiple meetings to review the previous campaign(s), analyzing their strengths and areas for improvement. Our contributions were also instrumental in structuring the initiative in collaboration with the Sexual Harassment Committee.