The documented history of the sexual harassment and sexual assault of female in-patients in Victorian psychiatric wards prompted the Victorian Mental Illness Awareness Council (VMIAC) to undertake a survey into current female in-patient experiences. This 12 month project included literature research, survey development and administration, focus groups, individual consultations, data analysis and Advisory Committee participation across the year. Data was gathered from 9 Area Mental Health Services (AMHS) across the State, providing a snapshot of current Victorian psychiatric admission experiences for women. This is the Report of the Project.
