WHO CAN I TALK TO?

Where Can I Go Now?

There are various options for support There is no right, wrong, or “typical” response to sexual assault, dating/domestic violence, stalking, sexual harassment, or gender-based harassment.

Be patient with yourself. It may take awhile to figure out what the best plan of action for support is for you. Everyone reacts and heals differently You may need emotional, psychological, medical, or legal support You may need information on how to report to the University

Only you can decide what course of action is right for you, and your choices may also evolve over time You don’t have to decide everything now

Who Can I Talk To?

We want everyone to get the support that’s best for them This information about privacy, confidentiality, and anonymous support may be helpful You can choose as many types of support as you want

Private

Private support resources safeguard your privacy and only disclose what they learn on a need-to-know basis They are required to notify the Title IX Coordinator (TIXC) but next steps are up to you The TIXC will offer you supportive measures and provide information about your options and rights Private support resources include faculty, coaches, Public Safety, CDI staff, Residence Life and Student Affairs staff, and all other employees except those at the Counseling Center and any University chaplain.

Confidential

Confidential support resources must keep your identity and what you tell them in confidence They may not disclose what they learned from you unless there is an imminent risk of harm to self or others. Some confidential resources also have an evidentiary privilege that prevents the person from being compelled to testify in a civil or criminal court proceeding. You have a right to ask a confidential support person whether they are also privileged. Examples include therapists and chaplains

Anonymous

Anonymous support resources, such as a survivor support hotline, may not ask you to disclose your identity at all Some survivors feel most comfortable talking with an anonymous resource first

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Direct Interaction

Focuses on repairing harm, not whether policy was violated

Outcome is an agreed on plan for repair of harm, not sanctions or disciplinary action

Investigation/Decision/Appeal

Investigators meet individually with parties and potential witnesses, gather any evidence such as text messages, pictures, etc , and prepare a report that you can review

Decision-makers (either a 3-person panel or Director of Equity & Title IX) determine if policy was violated; if so, sanctions are imposed

Sanctions can range from educational measures, to campus restrictions, to suspension or expulsion

Parties can appeal on limited grounds.

Other important information:

Retaliation is prohibited. Retaliation against anyone reporting is taken seriously, and will be promptly investigated and addressed

Amnesty is provided to encourage reporting and truthfulness in investigations, for complainants and witnesses for violation of community standards, as long as the violation is not egregious (e g harm to another or academic dishonesty )

Support person and advisors are available for each step in any resolution process, including meetings with TIXC

Training on trauma, trauma-informed practices, sexual harassment, sexual violence, implicit bias, and other related areas is required for all persons involved in overseeing either an alternative resolution or investigation process.

If you need any accommodation during a Title IX or Equity process, or in getting help and support, you can let the Title IX Coordinator know, or contact Academic Success and Accessibility at 909-748-8069, or ASA@redlands.edu. You can also contact ASA to request accommodations regardless of whether you also contact Equity/TIX.