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Canadian Rape Victim in Taiwan
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Date Posted: 23:24:01 12/23/06 Sat
FEMALE TEACHERS IN TAIWAN
Recently, there have been cases of sexual assault against Canadians and other foreigners. In some of these cases, the assailant was disguised as a repair or delivery person in order to gain entry to the apartment. Victims have reported being robbed and sexually assaulted. Canadian teachers should remain cautious and never open the door to strangers. Some teachers have posted signs in Mandarin on the front door, informing visitors that the door will not be opened without prior notification of an appointment. Wherever possible you should try and share accommodation with another teacher.
Should you become the victim of a sexual assault you should immediately seek the assistance of the nearest medical and police authorities. The Canadian consul can:
assist in reporting the crime to the police;
provide support and assistance in relation to the emotional, social, medical and legal consequences of the assault;
assist in contacting relatives or friends;
contact counselling services locally, if available, or in Canada;
provide emergency financial assistance;
assist in finding accommodations, arranging flights home and meeting basic safety needs; and
ensure that a proper investigation is carried out and charges laid if the person responsible has been identified.
For further information on this matter, visit the Problems section of our Web site.
http://www.voyage.gc.ca/main/pubs/taiwan-en.asp
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