Power-based violence services
Power-based violence services provided by the Center for Civil Rights & Equal Access at the University of ÁùºÏ±¦µä, Reno are aimed at addressing various forms of violence that are rooted in power imbalances, such as domestic violence, intimate partner violence, sexual assault, harassment, and stalking.
Title IX Services for power-based violence specifically pertain to the provisions outlined in Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Under Title IX, the University of ÁùºÏ±¦µä, Reno is required to take specific actions to address and prevent power-based violence, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking.
These are the actions taken by the Center for Civil Rights & Equal Access:
Reporting and investigation procedures: We provide clear and accessible procedures for reporting incidents of power-based violence. Our office promptly and thoroughly investigates reports in affair and impartial manner.
Supportive measures: We offer supportive measures that include academic accommodations, counseling services referrals, changes in housing or class schedules, no contact directives, and other forms of support to ensure the safety and well-being of power-based survivors.
Training for personnel: Training is provided and monitored for compliance for all faculty, staff, and administrators responsible for responding to reports of power-based violence. Individuals must undergo training on Title IX regulations, trauma-informed practices, and how to effectively support survivors of power-based violence.
Prevention and education training for students: Training is provided to students regarding prevention and education programs to raise awareness about power-based violence, promote healthy relationships, and educate students on their rights and resources.
Coordination with law enforcement and advocacy: We have protocols in place for coordinating with University Police Services for response to reports of power-based violence, while also respecting the survivor’s autonomy in deciding whether to involve law enforcement.
The Center for Civil Rights & Equal Access provides referral services for the immediate and long-term needs of those effected by power-based violence. These services are often provided by a combination of University campus stakeholders, government agencies, non-profit organizations, community groups, and healthcare providers working together to address the complex needs of survivors and prevent future violence.
Referral services include:
Crisis intervention: Immediate assistance for individuals experiencing or at risk of power-based violence, including hotlines, emergency shelters, and crisis counseling.
Counseling and therapy: Long-term and short-term support through individual or group therapy to help survivors cope with trauma, rebuild their lives, and develop healthy coping mechanisms. Legal Advocacy: Assistance navigating the legal system, including obtaining protection orders, understanding legal rights, and accessing resources for legal representation.
Safety planning: Developing personalized plans to enhance safety and security for survivors, including identifying safe places, emergency contacts, and strategies for minimizing risk.
Education and prevention programs: Community outreach, workshops, and training aimed at raising awareness about power-based violence, promoting healthy relationships, and preventing future incidents.
Support groups: Opportunities for survivors to connect with others who have experienced similar forms of violence, fostering a sense of solidarity, validation, and peer support.
Transitional housing: Supportive housing programs that offer temporary accommodations and assistance with finding permanent housing for survivors who are fleeing abusive situations.
Medical advocacy: Support in accessing medical care, including forensic examinations, treatment for injuries, and referrals to specialized healthcare providers.
Financial assistance: Help with accessing financial resources, such as emergency funds, public benefits, and employment assistance, to achieve financial independence and stability.
Cultural and linguistic services: Services tailored to meet the unique needs of diverse communities, including language interpretation, culturally sensitive counseling, and outreach efforts.
Undocumented Student Program (UndocuPack): Provides referrals to low-cost legal services for immigration, and other matters.
Overall, Title IX services for power-based violence strive to create safe and equitable learning environments by preventing, addressing, and responding to incidents. These services are essential for promoting the well-being and academic success of all students, faculty, and staff at the University of ÁùºÏ±¦µä, Reno.