Oireachtas Committee Examines Sexual Violence Policies in Irish Universities
The Joint Committee on Further & Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science convenes at Leinster House to scrutinise safety measures. Institutions including the University of Galway and Dundalk Institute of Technology present their current harassment procedures.
Oireachtas Committee Examines Sexual Violence Policies in Irish Universities
On Thursday, 9th July 2026, at 9:30 am, the Joint Committee on Further & Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science assembled at Leinster House. Chaired by Deputy Erin McGreehan, the session focused on a critical engagement regarding Sexual Violence and Harassment Policies and Procedures within Higher Education Institutions.
The committee proceedings took place in Committee Room 1 and were designed to evaluate the effectiveness of current safeguarding frameworks. Key stakeholders from the Dundalk Institute of Technology and the University of Galway were invited to present their specific policies, highlighting institutional approaches to preventing sexual violence and supporting victims.
Members of the public and media can follow the committee proceedings live via the Houses of the Oireachtas Smartphone App, available for both Apple and Android devices. This initiative ensures transparency and allows for broader engagement with the vital work being undertaken by the Oireachtas to protect students and staff across Ireland's tertiary education sector.