National Student Safety Survey
Universities Australia has appointed independent research firm Roy Morgan to deliver the next iteration of the National Student Safety Survey (NSSS).
The survey is expected to be conducted in the second half of 2026, with results likely to be released in early 2027.
At La Trobe, we're taking action to address gender-based violence and drive meaningful change.
Visit Universities Australia for more information about the survey.
Need help now?
If you witness or experience any inappropriate or concerning behaviour, including gender based violence or sexual harm, and you need further support and advice, La Trobe has a variety of services you can contact depending on your situation, both on and off-campus.
For support now, consider the following options.
In an Emergency
- Call police or emergency services – (24 hours) Triple Zero ‘000’
- If on-campus then call Campus Security – (24 hours) 03 9479 8888. They need to be aware of the incident to let emergency services on campus if required and can assist until their arrival.
Wellbeing Services at La Trobe
Student Wellbeing Connect is a free service available to all La Trobe students through a hybrid model.
The service offers support for students impacted by gender-based violence, sexual harm, harrassment, stalking or family violence. Students will recieve guidance and help to connect with the right support options.
Learn more about Student Wellbeing Connect and explore all health and wellbeing services available.
Staff Wellbeing Connect is a free, confidential service available to all La Trobe staff. Delivered through a hybrid model, our experienced health professionals provide support, information and referrals.
Visit the staff intranet to learn more.
Safer Community offers free, confidential* support. You can also contact them to disclose or report an incident.
They can support if you have experienced or witnessed concerning, threatening, inappropriate or uncomfortable behaviour. This behaviour can occur on-campus and off-campus, such as on public transport or in the home.
Safer Community provides expert advice and information. They also offer you options and referrals to help resolve your concerns to keep you and others safe.
*Refer to Safer Community website for a full privacy and confidentiality statement and limitations.
The EAP is a free, short-term counselling and coaching service through Converge International for personal and work-related concerns, including specialist support and phone helplines for LGBTQI+ communities, family violence, carers, First Nations peoples, and young people.
Staff can learn more about the EAP on the intranet.
External support for students
NCASA are specialist counsellors for people who have experienced sexual assault. Call their counselling line on 03 9496 2240.
NCASA can also connect regional students with their closest Centre Against Sexual Assault.
For after-hours help, call 1800 806 292.
ESafety Commissioner is a national service to report and respond to online abuse or illegal and restricted content.
CASACV offers counselling, advocacy and support for anyone who has experienced sexual assault, (past or recent).
Located in Bendigo, a counsellor also visits Bendigo campus fortnightly for student appointments and can be accessed via Wellbeing Services or CASACV.
The National Student Ombudsman offers a free, independent, and confidential service available to all students, including international students attending a higher education provider. International students can also contact the NSO for information and advice, especially if they are unsure whether they want to make a complaint.
Other support options
1800RESPECT is a 24-hour helpline offering support to support impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence and abuse.
Call 1800 737 732 for support.
Sexual Assault Crisis Line provides crisis response, support and advocacy for people who have experienced Sexual violence.
Call 1800 806 292 for support.
Djirra is a place where culture is shared and celebrated, and where practical support is available to all Aboriginal women and particularly to Aboriginal people who are currently experiencing family violence or have in the past.
Call 1800 105 3030 for support.
Thirteen YARN is the first national crisis line for mob needing support, offering 24/7 confidential yarning with Lifeline-trained Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Crisis Supporters. It provides a culturally safe, non-judgemental space to talk about worries, needs, or concerns.
Call 13 92 76 for support.
The Daisy app connects women who are experiencing or have experienced sexual assault, and domestic and family violence to services in their state and the local area.
Men's Line provides free professional 24/7 telephone counselling support for men with concerns about mental health, anger management, family violence (using and experiencing), addiction, relationships, stress, and wellbeing.
Call 1300 78 99 78 for support.
inTouch is a multicultural centre that works to prevent family violence.
Call 1800 755 988 for support.