I. Relevant regulations for "statutory reporting" and "campus safety reporting" in cases of campus gender-based violence (sexual assault, sexual harassment, sexual bullying, and violations of professional ethics related to sex or gender):

(1) According to Article 22, Paragraph 1 of the Gender Equality Education Act (hereinafter referred to as the "Gender Equality Act") and Article 16, Paragraph 1 of the Regulations for the Prevention of Campus Sexual Assault, Sexual Harassment, or Sexual Bullying (hereinafter referred to as the "Prevention Regulations"), school principals, teachers, staff, or workers who are aware of suspected campus gender-based incidents occurring in the school they serve shall immediately report to the designated responsible personnel of the school according to the school's prevention regulations. The designated responsible personnel shall handle the matter in accordance with the following regulations, no later than 24 hours:

1. Report to the competent authority of the school.

2. Report to the competent social affairs authority of the local municipality, county, or city in accordance with the Sexual Assault Prevention Act, the Protection of Children and Youth Welfare and Rights Act, the Protection of Persons with Disabilities Rights and Interests Act, and other relevant laws.

(2) According to Article 43, Paragraph 1 of the Gender Equality Act, school principals, teachers, staff, or workers who violate Article 22, Paragraph 1 by failing to report to the designated responsible personnel of the school or the school's competent authority within 24 hours may be fined from NT$30,000 to NT$150,000 (hereinafter the same).

(3) Therefore, when relevant personnel are aware of suspected campus gender-based incidents, please ensure that the report is completed within 24 hours to avoid penalties due to oversight or delayed reporting.

II. Personnel investigating and handling campus gender-based incidents at schools shall adhere to the following confidentiality principles. Violations may result in a fine of NT$10,000 to NT$150,000:

(1) According to Article 23, Paragraph 2 of the Gender Equality Act, the names of the parties involved and the whistleblower, or any other information that can identify their identity, shall be kept confidential, unless there is a need for investigation or for public safety considerations.

(2) According to Article 23, Paragraph 5 of the Prevention Regulations, the names of the perpetrator, victim, whistleblower, or those invited to assist in the investigation, and any other information that can identify their identity, shall be kept confidential. However, this does not apply if there is a need for investigation or for public safety considerations.

(3) According to Article 24, Paragraphs 1 and 2 of the Prevention Regulations, those who are obligated to maintain confidentiality as per Article 23, Paragraph 5 include all personnel involved in handling campus gender-based incidents. If such personnel violate confidentiality obligations, they shall be punished according to the Criminal Code or other relevant regulations.

(4) In summary, the obligation of confidentiality is limited to all school personnel involved in handling campus gender-based incidents, not the parties involved. Therefore, schools are requested to refrain from asking the parties involved to sign confidentiality agreements or written statements (parties are not obligated to maintain confidentiality, and may only be persuaded morally if necessary). Schools should also avoid asking parties to fill out self-assessment forms, confession statements, written confirmations of non-investigation consent, or any other form of written commitment.

III. Schools are requested to improve the accuracy of their procedures for handling campus gender-based incidents, continue to promote gender equality education, and foster and establish a friendly campus environment.