CMLP 2.4_English: Serious Assaults and Violence Against Individuals

Domestically or abroad, individuals may be the victim of serious assaults, including sexual violence or the targeting of members of the LGBTQIA community. They may be targeted because of who they are or who they work for, or may be a target selected at random, including where the violence occurs in the commissioning of another crime, such as a street robbery or burglary. Organizations must be prepared to respond quickly and effectively to provide medical and emotional support to those involved and, in many cases, liaise compassionately with the family or loved ones of the victim. In some contexts, assaults may occur as a pattern of violence associated with high levels of street crime and the organization will have an important role in ensuring other staff are aware of sensible personal security measures they should take, as well as responding to ensure disproportionate apprehension and anxiety does not spread through the local workforce and that active measures to minimize risk are implemented.