Unwanted. Unacceptable.

In September 2025, Student Life launched this university-wide campaign in partnership with the Students’ Union to take a stand against gender-based violence, hate crime, harassment, victimisation, and bullying

RGU make the pledge to end gender-based violence

Robert Gordon University (RGU) has partnered with White Ribbon Scotland to further its commitment and action in eradicating gender-based violence.

'Get Consent' Police Scotland Campaign

'Get Consent' every time, and in every type of relationship.

Scottish Government Covid-19 Domestic Abuse Campaign

Covid-19 Domestic Abuse Campaign

Intimate Image Abuse

Sharing, or threatening to share, intimate images without consent is a crime that can come with a five-year prison sentence. If you’ve been affected, know that you are not alone. Help is available.

LGBT+ Youth Scotland - Chartermark Journey

RGU have been on a journey to achieve the LGBT+ Youth Scotland Chartermark

THAT GUY

The THAT GUY campaign urges men to take responsibility for their actions and language to help affect a culture change to tackle sexual crime against women.

Police Scotland - Lone police officer verification process.

Police Scotland have introduced a simple officer verification process to provide reassurance to any member of the public who may be concerned about whether or not they are being spoken to by a genuine police officer working alone.

Staying Safe

Socialising is a major part of student life! Keep in mind these simple safety tips in mind while having fun.

Ask for Angela

‘Ask for Angela’ is a campaign aimed at helping people who feel unsafe on dates in Aberdeen pubs, clubs and entertainment venues.

We Can Stop It

Sex without consent is rape, whatever the circumstances.

Speak up speak out

Robert Gordon University has a zero tolerance approach to sexual violence and harassment

Bystander intervention

Bystander Intervention helps individuals or groups to actively address a situation they deem problematic.

Consent

Consent is when someone agrees, gives permission, or says 'yes' to sexual activity with another person(s).

Healthy Relationships

Some messages to help provide support and communicate a view of sexual activity that is mutually respectful, consensual and an enjoyable experience.

Safe taxi scheme

In the case of an emergency, if you are an RGU student and have no money to get home, and are in a dangerous or unsafe situation, you can order a designated safe taxi from Rainbow City Taxi's and use your student card as payment.