The Federal University of Mato Grosso (UFMT) is at the center of a serious investigation after allegations surfaced that law students created a list classifying female classmates as 'estupráveis'—a Portuguese term meaning 'rapable'. The case has sparked outrage and protests among the student body.
The Mato Grosso State Ministry of Public Prosecution (MPMT) launched an administrative inquiry on Wednesday, May 6, to investigate potential crimes linked to the leaked messages. Prosecutors have given the university five days to provide detailed explanations about the incident and outline what internal actions have been taken.
In response to the allegations, UFMT's Faculty of Law has taken immediate action. One student, identified as a first-semester freshman, has been preventively suspended pending the outcome of the investigation. The university has also initiated a formal Administrative Disciplinary Process (PAD) to examine the conduct of those involved.
The scandal erupted after private messages exchanged between students were leaked and quickly circulated. The conversations reportedly contained explicit references to sexually abusing female peers, triggering widespread condemnation across the campus community.
Student organizations have been mobilized in response. Both the Academic Center of Law (CADI) and the Central Student Directory (DCE) have been ordered by prosecutors to submit all evidence and documentation they possess regarding the case within the same five-day deadline.
Protests erupted on campus on Monday, May 4, as students rallied against the alleged behavior. Demonstrators carried signs demanding accountability and stronger institutional measures to protect students from harassment and threats of sexual violence.
The case has drawn national attention, highlighting ongoing concerns about sexual violence and harassment within Brazilian university settings. Authorities are treating the matter with urgency, emphasizing the need for swift and transparent action from the institution.
Based on reporting from g1.