Definitions & resources

Below is an overview of the main concepts and relevant associations or organizations in each of these areas.

Some key concepts

Consentis the clear, explicit, and enthusiastic agreement given by a person or group to another person or group, in full possession of their faculties.

A person may withdraw their consent at any time, and their choice must be respected. A person may give their consent for specific acts, and it is important that the request be renewed for any other acts.

Gender-based and sexual violence

Sexist behavioris defined as any action related to the gender of a person or group of people, with the purpose or effect of violating their dignity or creating an intimidating, hostile, degrading, humiliating, or offensive environment.

Sexual harassment isdefined as repeatedly subjecting a person to comments or behavior of a sexual nature that either undermines their dignity due to its degrading or humiliating nature, or creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment for them.

Sexual harassment includes any form ofserious pressure (in exchange for compensation or under threat) with the real or apparent aim of obtaining a sexual act, even if it is not repeated.

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Sexual assault isa sexual offense committed with violence, coercion, threats, or surprise (e.g., non-consensual massages, touching, etc.).

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Rape isan act of sexual penetration committed against a person using violence, coercion, threats, or surprise. Any act of penetration with sexual connotations committed against a non-consenting person is considered rape.

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Discrimination

Discrimination isunfavorable treatment based on one or more criteria defined by law, in a situation covered by the law (workplace, access to goods or services, places, training, and education). There are 25 criteria for discrimination recognized by French law, which you can findhere.

The fact that an assault or act of violence is associated with one of these criteria constitutes an aggravating factor. The main point of contact in France for the fight against discrimination is theHuman Rights Defender. He can be contacted about these specific issues on the website:https://www.antidiscriminations.fr/

Hazing and harassment

Harassment isdefined as repeated verbal, psychological, and/or physical abuse that has harmful physical or psychological consequences for a person. It can take many different forms, but has three main characteristics: it is violent, repeated, and contributes to the isolation of the victim(s).

Control isa form of domination exercised by one person over another who has a hold over their mind and/or will. It is a form of moral and/or intellectual domination, in which the victim is unaware of what is happening to them.

This type of abuse is most commonly found in intimate relationships (couples, friendships) and can also be observed in certain hierarchical relationships (mentoring, apprenticeships, professional life). The main signs of situations of control for the victim are: constant self-deprecation, social isolation, a tendency to define oneself through the person exercising control, etc. A good indicator of relationships isthe violence meter.

Hazing isdefined as the act of forcing another person, whether against their will or not, to undergo or commit humiliating or degrading acts, or to consume alcohol excessively, during events or gatherings related to school, sports, or socio-educational settings. Acts of hazing, except in aggravated cases involving violence, threats, or sexual assault, are punishable by law.

ASSOCIATIVE RESOURCES

Gender-based and sexual violence

• CLASCHES, a collective fighting sexual harassment in higher education and research, offers a series of guides, awareness-raising content, and resources to combat sexual harassment and gender-based and sexual violence.
• TheFrenchgovernment's "Stop Violence"platform brings together documentation, legal information, and various contact numbers as part of the fight against gender-based and sexual violence.
• TheNous Toutescollective fights against violence against women in general. Its website provides awareness-raising documentation, as well as helpline numbers and contact details for professionals who can support victims of violence.

Moral harassment at work

• The INRS websiteoffers documentation to inform you about workplace bullying.

Bullying during your studies or hazing

• You can find documentation and information about the legal framework regarding hazing and related forms of psychological harassment onthis website.
• For more detailed information and access to the various MESRI reports on this subject, you can also visitthis website.

Discrimination

• The authority in France responsible for combating discrimination is the Defender of Rights. You can find contact information and definitions ontheir website.

The Human Rights Defender is also behindthis guide,which aimsto inform,raise awareness, and combat discrimination.

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Gender-based and sexual violence, harassment, and discrimination cannot be tolerated. Arts et Métiers adopted an action plan to combat discrimination and gender-based and sexual violence, based on four pillars: Inform, Protect, Empower, Commit.

In this context, a reporting system has been set up, along with support for users and staff and a training and awareness plan.

How reporting and follow-up work

As part of its measures to prevent and combat gender-based and sexual violence, psychological and sexual harassment, and discrimination, Arts et Métiers victims and witnesses with a form to file a report.

Accessible from a computer, smartphone, or tablet, the form can be completed by anyone studying or working at Arts et Métiers, even if they are primarily affiliated with another organization.

Reports can remain anonymous. If you give your name, reports will in all cases be treated confidentially by the people in charge of listening (see below). Please note that anonymity means we will not be able to contact you again and therefore will not be able to provide you with support if you request it.

All inquiries will receive an initial response as quickly as possible and within a maximum of eight business days. In the event of a report, a small listening group will be formed, bringing together staff members related to the situation described (subject matter experts, campus representatives).  The purpose of this team will be to listen to and guide the person, provide an indicative opinion on the action to be taken, and support the person in any steps they may need to take. This team has no disciplinary function and cannot impose sanctions.  If it is deemed that the situation presented requires disciplinary action, your contact person will guide and assist you in the necessary steps.

The listening and reporting unit will carry out all procedures within a reasonable time frame, in complete confidentiality and transparency with the person who made the report, in accordance with Articles 8 and 9 of its organizational regulations.

Members of the reporting, listening, and guidance unit

National representatives

• Ilias Ziogas, Coordinator of the reporting unit
• Aurore Friedlander, Gender Equality Officer for Students
• Chanaz Noblet, Disability Officer for staff
• Samantha Ardenne, Social Relations Coordinator
• Florence Dumard, Discrimination, Racism, and Anti-Semitism Advisor
• Laurence Jam, Head of General Administrative Law and Litigation Unit
• Marie Roussel-Thariat, Assistant HR Director 

Arts et Métiers campus advisors

• Aix-en-Provence: Marie Bedel, Senior Lecturer, and Benjamin Panichi, PGE Correspondent
• Angers: Bruno Lemonnier, campus IT manager, and Manuella Robin, training department manager
• Bordeaux-Talence: Elodie Lopez, Head of Student Services, and Fanny Bouexel, Head of International and European Relations
• Châlons-en-Champagne: Cédric Mathieu, assistant foundry engineer, and Catherine Epis, education manager
• Cluny - Chambéry Institute: Catherine Trubner, HR Manager, Anne-Lise Grenaud, Head of Student Services, Nathalie Garnier, Communications Officer in Chambéry
• Metz Christophe Lescalier, DAFOR, Catherine Brissé, Deputy Director of Resources and Management, Valerie Forey, Head of Training Services
• Paris: Myriam Vague, HR Manager, and Sophie Breyer, Head of Training Management
• Lille: Anne Blanlot, Deputy Director in charge of training, and Caroline Baudin, Head of Administration and Training Services 

All of the members listed above have been trained.

For learners, the "EVA" system

Whether or not you have reported any incidents, you can contact the EVA (Ecoute Veille et Accompagnement) support service at any time.

This Listening, Monitoring, and Psychological Support service, operated by the Fondation Santé des Etudiants de France, offers psychological support toArts et Métiers studentsArts et Métiers the form of psychological and psychiatric consultations (in person and via teleconsultation).

To meet with these professionals, simply contact them by email or phone, and you will be able to schedule an appointment as soon as possible:

• Email: eva-psy.heuyer@fsef.net
• Tel: 61 73 77 62 97

You will be seen free of charge and in complete confidentiality.

Listening and psychological support unit

The Welcome and Listening Center is designed to welcome people who feel the need to be listened to and supported. It provides occasional, free assistance from a psychologist, enabling them to assess their situation and receive guidance if necessary.

A single phone number for making appointments
06 95 40 88 40

Training & awareness

Awareness-raising activities on sexual and gender-based violence have been offered to first-year students since the start of the academic year and to staff across all our campuses.

A communication campaign was launched in April 2021.

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