HERE’S HOW WE CAN HELP Resource Guide for Support and Reporting Sexual Misconduct swarthmore.edu/tix swarthmore.edu/tix 1 WHAT IS TITLE IX? HOW WE CAN HELP Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 You have the right to receive supportive measures to ensure your prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any safety and well-being. These measures can be imposed regardless federally funded education program or activity. of whether a criminal or College complaint has been filed and can be requested through either the Title IX Coordinator or the Violence Prevention Educator and Advocate. Supportive measures may include, but are not limited to: WHAT DOES THAT REALLY MEAN? • Academic assistance, including faculty notifications that still maintain your privacy. • The Title IX Office, in coordination with its team of deputies, • Contact restrictions. is committed to receiving, addressing, and responding to all • Housing changes. reports of sexual misconduct and concerns about gender equity that affect any and all members of the Swarthmore • Public Safety escorts. College community. • Referrals to medical or emergency services. • Voluntary leaves of absence. • Through intentional programming and trauma-informed resources, our office seeks to eliminate and prevent all • Any other support that meets your needs — let us know instances of sexual violence and harassment. what works best for you. • We respond to individual incidents of sexual misconduct, support those who have been harmed, support the friends of those who have been harmed, and educate the community on how to create a safe and supportive campus built on healthy relationships. 2 Swarthmore College Title IX swarthmore.edu/tix 3 WE CARE ABOUT YOUR “WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW WELL-BEING. ABOUT CONSENT?” No one should have to endure any type of sexual violence. Prohibited conduct includes, but is not limited to: CONSENT IS ALWAYS: CONSENT IS NEVER: • Sexual harassment: Any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature or any unwelcome conduct based on sex or gender. • Knowing and voluntary. • Assumed. • Sexual assault: Intentional sexual contact with another • Freely given. • Transferable from one person without their consent. act or instance of sexual • Present from the activity to another. beginning to the end of • Intimate-partner violence: Any act or threatened act each instance and form • Inferred from silence, of violence against a person who is, or who has been, of sexual contact. passivity, lack of involved in an intimate relationship with the person resistance, or lack of an committing the offense. • Demonstrated through active response. mutually understandable words and/or actions. • The result of physical force, coercion, or • Reversible. intimidation. • Obtained from an For complete definitions and a more comprehensive list of prohibited conduct, please see our policy at bit.ly/3gJMkEB. individual who is incapacitated. PAUSE. CHECK IN WITH EACH OTHER. COMMUNICATE. 4 Swarthmore College Title IX swarthmore.edu/tix 5 “OK … WHAT ARE MY OPTIONS?” If you or someone you love has experienced sexual violence, you have options. The Title IX Office is here to help you navigate all the resources and support available to you, both on and off campus. Talk to a trusted mentor or friend Talk to Public Safety or the police Trusted mentors and friends are often where Public Safety is a 24/7 resource that you we first go for support, and they can serve as can contact for immediate or emergency Talk to the Title IX Coordinator Talk to a confidential resource helpful resources throughout our journey. assistance. They can take a statement, refer Please know that if you choose to talk to a you to on- and off-campus resources, and/or faculty or staff member, they are required to assist you with contacting the police. The TIX Coordinator is a resource for anyone These resources provide a space to speak share information with the TIX Coordinator so They can also connect you to CAPS or a nurse affected by sexual misconduct and provides confidentially about issues and questions that they can follow up with you and offer after hours and assist you in accessing a a compassionate space to make a report and around sexual misconduct. comprehensive resources and support. forensic sexual assault exam (rape kit) at a learn about resources. The TIX Coordinator • The Violence Prevention Educator local hospital. assesses all reports and balances requests After the TIX Coordinator follows up, it is your and Advocate can provide specialized decision as to when or whether you respond. If you believe that you have been a victim for next steps with the safety of everyone on information, referrals, crisis assistance, and of a crime, Public Safety can assist you, campus. emotional support. STIX (Student Title IX) Leaders are another resource to help you better understand the or you can contact the police directly at If you meet with the TIX Coordinator, you • Counseling and Psychological Services Title IX process from a peer perspective. 610-543-0123 or 911. can do any or all of the following: (CAPS) can provide individual, group, To connect with a STIX Leader, please email and walk-in counseling. For after-hours [email protected]. assistance, call 610-328-7768. Get information about possible next steps. • Student Health and Wellness can provide confidential medical care, after-hours access to a registered nurse, Make a report and request support and connections to local hospitals for a I NEED IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE! resources such as contact restrictions forensic sexual assault exam (rape kit). and housing/academic assistance. • Religious advisers can provide spiritual guidance and referrals to other campus GET SAFE resources. ➔ If you are in immediate danger or afraid that you will be hurt Make a report and request again, call Public Safety at 610-328-8333 or the police at 911. non-adjudication options, such as counseling or education. ➔ You can also call a friend or a 24-hour crisis hotline Off-Campus Confidential Resources (Delaware County Women Against Rape, 610-566-4342) for support and to assist you in decision-making. Delaware County Women Against Rape Make a report and initiate a formal (WAR): 610-566-4342 (24-hour hotline) ➔ Visit swarthmore.edu/tix for a full list of on- and off-campus complaint process, which can lead to resources and support. an investigation and/or a hearing. Domestic Abuse Project of Delaware County: 610-565-4590 (24-hour hotline) 6 Swarthmore College Title IX swarthmore.edu/tix 7 GIVING VOICE TO YOUR EXPERIENCE AND How to help a friend GETTING THE SUPPORT YOU WANT AND NEED: A MAP OF SAFE SPACES ON CAMPUS Individuals who have experienced sexual violence may respond in a variety of ways, including through anger, withdrawal, sadness, and confusion. PARRISH HALL Michelle D. Ray, Director of Case Management DO Parrish 116 610-690-5299 • [email protected] HORMEL-NGUYEN • Tell the survivor: “This was not your fault. You are not alone.” INTERCULTURAL CENTER • Give the survivor options to sit or stand, to share or be silent, to call for AT SPROUL HALL Imaani El-Burki, Director BLACK CULTURAL CENTER medical or counseling support or not. Intercultural Center 113 Dion Lewis, Director 610-328-7360 • [email protected] 610-328-8456 • [email protected] • Tell the survivor, “There are resources available to help,” and refer them to RELIGIOUS ADVISERS the Key Contacts listed on the back of this brochure. Intercultural Center 108 610-328-8328 • [email protected] • Mirror the language used by the survivor and refrain from asking for WOMEN’S RESOURCE CENTER PUBLIC SAFETY details about the underlying incident if the survivor is not offering this Tiffany Thompson, Program Manager 24/7 resource information. Intercultural Center 103 WALK MAGILL 610-328-8333 610-690-3880• [email protected] [email protected] DON’T WORTH HEALTH CENTER Hillary Grumbine, Violence Prevention Educator and Advocate • Tell the survivor, “I know what you are going through.” GARNET 610-328-8538 • [email protected] safety CAPS • Ask questions that suggest blame, such as “Why did you drink?” or phone 610-328-8059 • After hours: 610-328-7768 “Why didn’t you get help sooner?” SEPTA [email protected] • Question whether the survivor is telling the truth. STUDENT HEALTH AND WELLNESS 610-328-8058 • [email protected] • Pressure the survivor to make decisions they are unsure about. • Force the survivor to include others in the conversation. • Panic. Instead, take a deep breath and focus on the survivor. TITLE IX HOUSE SWARTHMORE Bindu Jayne, POLICE Title IX Coordinator 121 Park Ave. As the friend of someone who is struggling, you may also need support. The (Matchbox across 504 Field House Lane Swarthmore, PA 19081 Field House Lane 610-690-3720 Title IX Office is here to make sure you’re also OK and taking care of yourself. 610-543-0123 or 911 from Title IX House) [email protected] 8 Swarthmore College Title IX swarthmore.edu/tix 9 “I THINK THAT I SHOULD TALK TO IN THEIR OWN WORDS: Students answer THE TITLE IX COORDINATOR, common questions about Title IX BUT I’M NERVOUS … WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE TO MAKE A “I’M WORRIED THAT SOMETHING REPORT?“ HAS HAPPENED TO A FRIEND. WHAT SHOULD I DO?” A private room with pale-blue walls. “WAS I SEXUALLY ASSAULTED? I DON’T Comfy chairs. Coffee or water. A Talk to your friend in a private and safe space at a less stressful time. Ask them what’s up and let KNOW HOW TO LABEL OR DEFINE WHAT compassionate listener. them know that you’re here for them no matter HAPPENED TO ME.” This image is not what comes to mind what and that you’re open to conversations Everyone’s experience is unique, and it when people think about making a or concerns they might have.