Fall 2015
Committee:
Legislative Affairs Committee
Whereas, traumatic experiences such as violence, sexual assault and sexual abuse often cause victims to experience trauma and suicidal tendencies; and,
Whereas, other issues such as bullying and harassment of college students causes them to become stressed, as well as make them more likely take strong action like suicide if the issue is left unchecked; and,
Whereas, mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and stress decrease a student’s capacity to function at their fullest potential; and,
Whereas, certain colleges have already instituted a Gender Neutral Bathrooms policy to prevent students from facing abuse, stalking, harassment and sexual assault.
Resolved, that the Student Senate for California Community Colleges supports the establishment and funding of Gender Neutral Bathrooms across campuses, so as to improve the mental and physical well-being and functionality of all students.
Resolved, it is recommended that, in the best interest of students, the SSCCC explore sources of funding for the Gender Neutral Bathrooms.
Whereas, other issues such as bullying and harassment of college students causes them to become stressed, as well as make them more likely take strong action like suicide if the issue is left unchecked; and,
Whereas, mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and stress decrease a student’s capacity to function at their fullest potential; and,
Whereas, certain colleges have already instituted a Gender Neutral Bathrooms policy to prevent students from facing abuse, stalking, harassment and sexual assault.
Resolved, that the Student Senate for California Community Colleges supports the establishment and funding of Gender Neutral Bathrooms across campuses, so as to improve the mental and physical well-being and functionality of all students.
Resolved, it is recommended that, in the best interest of students, the SSCCC explore sources of funding for the Gender Neutral Bathrooms.
Status
Ongoing