Learning and educational materials about sexual misconduct
Educational materials, guidance, and tools to help Defence Team members prevent sexual misconduct, respond to sexual misconduct, and support affected persons.
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Professional Development Library
The Professional Development Library consists of resources and discussion material that assist units in conducting sessions on the issue of sexual misconduct. The material provided will help Defence Team members examine how to prevent sexual misconduct, respond to incidents, and support affected persons.
Learn more about the Professional Development Library and the material available.
Educational materials and guidance
Use these materials to better understand sexual misconduct, recognize harmful behaviours, respond appropriately, and support affected persons.
Glossary on Sexual Misconduct
A list of terms and definitions related to sexual misconduct used by the Canadian Armed Forces.
Sexual and Gender-based Violence Spectrum
An informational tool that explains the key principles, contextual factors, and concepts and definitions related to sexual and gender-based violence. It includes examples of behaviours ranging from criminal acts of a sexual nature to actions that contribute to a safe and inclusive workplace.
Understanding consent
Learn more about consent and how important it is, particularly in a military context where power and rank differentials may place consent in question.
Sexual misconduct myths and facts
Get the facts about commonly held beliefs, attitudes, and assumptions about sexual misconduct.
The six steps to bystander intervention
Steps for conducting a successful bystander intervention.
Bystander intervention strategies
Options for preventing harm and intervening when there is a risk of sexual misconduct.
Recognizing and responding to domestic violence
Increase your awareness of the impacts of domestic violence, and how to recognize it.
Misconduct Incident Management Decision Tool (PDF, 165 KB) (accessible only on internal Defence network)
A visual guide to reporting and disclosure processes for incidents of misconduct, with a focus on sexual misconduct and hateful conduct.
Looking for broader conduct and culture learning resources? Visit the Conduct and Culture training and education page.