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The University of Kent students have been protesting for Women\u2019s safety this week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2018A girl\u2019s night in\u2019 was organised on Wednesday, which saw a boycott of all clubs in Canterbury, including the on-campus club Venue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Venue, which is owned by the Student Union, remained open on Wednesday night but reportedly lost out on \u00a327,000 from the boycott alone. They released a statement showing support for both the boycott and the cause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe know people are worried about drink spiking and safety, we\u2019re determined to ensure you enjoy your night out\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With a 108% increase in spiking in the past 3 years, and given the recent spiking allegation in club Chemistry, this week particularly has been about holding the University accountable for the role that they play in young women\u2019s safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Kent union also showed support by marching alongside women on campus in a protest organised by \u2018Kent Dance\u2019 and \u2018RespecttheNo\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Zaid Mahmood, Vice President of UKCRespecttheNo, says: \u201cas a man, we all need to do better to become allies. We all deserve to feel safe in our home away from home\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The President of Kent Union, Aisha Dojhan, says: \u201cIt\u2019s a matter of showing students that we stand by them. We hear them. And we\u2019re here for them\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Measures that are already in place by Kent Union include the safety zone app, a deferred cab payment and campus security available 24\/7 to walk anyone home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For more information visit https:\/\/kentunion.co.uk\/news\/article\/drink-spiking<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lina Ali<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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