Transcript Sexual Assault Prevention and Resources

SEXUAL ASSAULT EDUCATION
AND RESOURCES
Presented by Safer, a program of Cal Poly’s
Gender Equity Center
I am…
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=blJbXZ6_2ro
What is the current climate regarding
sexual assault at Cal Poly?
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Sexual Assault Incidents in May
 Concerns
with students in regards to alcohol and sexual
assault
 Scenarios
 Changes
 On
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from audience
in Safer Program
campus crisis and advocacy services
Reporting of sexual assault at Cal Poly is low
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more advocates we have, the more people will feel
safe to report a sexual assault and seek help
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Changing a culture at Cal Poly
The importance of changing the culture
at Cal Poly
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Changing the focus of sexual assault education
Faculty and Staff can become a role models and
advocates for preventing sexual assault
Implementing more social justice topics in courses
What is Sexual Assault?
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Any sexual acts without consent
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survivor may be forced, threatened, or
manipulated
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The three factors to consent:
 Both participants are fully conscious and not
incapacitated by drugs or alcohol
 Both parties have clearly communicated their
willingness/permission
 Both parties are positive and sincere
Types of Sexual Assault
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Rape
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Child Molestation
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Attempted Rape
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Incest
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Sexual Battery
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Spousal Rape
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Sexual Harassment
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Unlawful Sex with a
Minor
Myths
Victims of sexual assault “ask for it” by the way they
dress
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No one ever “asks” to be raped
Nationally, individuals wearing sweatpants are more likely
to be assaulted than wearing skirts†
A person who has been sexually assaulted will be
hysterical
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Reactions to traumatic events are unique for each
individual
20% of reported rapes are false
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Only around 2% of reported rapes are false, a lower
average than burglary*
† The Sexual Assault Recovery and Prevention Center
*National Institution of Justice
Facts
The number one date rape drug is alcohol
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Sexual assault is the most unreported violent crime in
the United States
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96% of sexual assaults that occur in San Luis Obispo are
from alcohol as either a complete or partial factor
Rape is the 2nd most violent crime in the United States
behind murder, meaning…
Rape is the most violent crime a person can live through
The majority of sexual assault victims are between the
ages of 14 and 25
Bystander Intervention
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Defined: Willingness to assist a person in need of help
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Bystander Intervention = Helping People, empathy and taking
care of the people around us
What we generally think
Rescuing an individual mid-assault
 Removing a friend from a situation where they appear
uncomfortable
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What you can do as a faculty or staff member
Do not support inappropriate rhetoric (i.e. That assignment
‘raped’ me.)
 Ask if a student needs resources
 Be engaged, be empathetic, and be educated
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What to do if a Survivor Discloses to You
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Most survivors only disclose to one person, and your
reaction will either support or hinder their healing
process
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Provide information, advocacy, resources, and options
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Ex: Walk them to the Safer office
Let the survivor make the decisions
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Be supportive, listen to them, and most importantly: believe
them
Sexual assault takes away a person’s rights
Reporting a sexual assault
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Clery Act Crime Statistic / Incident Reporting Form
Overview
On Campus
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Safer
Office of Student
Rights and
Responsibilities
University Police
Department
Student Ombuds
Services
Off Campus
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The SARP Center
Women’s Shelter of
San Luis Obispo
Rape, Abuse, Incest
National Network
(RAINN)
Resources on Campus – Safer
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Location: UU 217
Hours: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday
Crisis Services
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First-stop resource center for all Cal Poly students, faculty
and staff
Professional staff, state certified rape-crisis counselors and
volunteers with the SARP Center
Crisis counseling by appointment through our coordinator
(Christina Kaviani) and assistant coordinator (Veronica
Heiskell)
Option anonymous reporting at the Safer office
Advocacy and accompaniments
Resources on Campus – Safer (cont.)
Education Services
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Presentations to the Cal Poly community, including
academic departments, University Housing, Greek Life,
and Athletics
Events and workshops focusing on sexual assault risk
reduction
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Focus on gender specific sexual assault prevention
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Run to Remember is Oct 19th!
Men and Masculinities Program
Safer Volunteering Training Program
Contact: 756-2282 or [email protected]
Safer and University Learning
Objectives
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A. Leadership Development
B. Effective communication
C. Social Responsibility
D. Collaboration
E. Career Choices
F.
Intellectual Growth
G. Healthy Behavior
H. Meaningful Interpersonal Relationships
Resources on Campus – Office of
Student Rights and Responsibilities
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Location: Building 124, Room 127
Hours: 8 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday
Investigation into Student Misconduct
Examples of Misconduct: Physical assault including rape or
other sexual assault; Use, possession, and/or sale of
controlled substances or illegal drugs; Interpersonal
violence, threats of violence, or stalking; Vandalism;
Hazing
Investigation is separate from other entities (ex. University
Police Department)
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This means that only 51% proof is need, or “more than likely”,
for the OSRR to take action
Resources on Campus – Office of Student
Rights and Responsibilities (cont.)
Student Disciplinary Sanctions
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Financial – Financial aid status can be conditioned, limited, cancelled
or denied
Educational and remedial sanctions – Assignments, training, counseling,
community service
Denial of access to campus – Student is not permitted on university
property or specific areas of campus for a designated period of time
Disciplinary probation
Suspension
Expulsion
Admission or Readmission – Admission or readmission may be
qualified, revoked, or denied
Contact: 756-2794 or [email protected]
Resources on Campus – University Police
Department
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Location: Building 74
Hours: 24/7
Patrol
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Dispatches, via on-campus 9-1-1 Communications Center, uniformed
Police Officers twenty-four hours per day, every day of the year, who
are empowered by the State of California to enforce federal, state,
and local law as well as university regulations.
Investigations
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Goals: early intervention through prompt investigations and assisting
Patrol Officers
Members of the Investigative Unit work closely with other local, state,
and federal agencies to insure up-to-date distribution of crime trends
and to enhance their own investigative skills.
Currently has one full time Investigator and one part time Investigator.
Resources on Campus – University Police
Department (cont.)
Escort Van Services
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Provides a ride from designated pick up points to
anywhere on campus or up to 1/2 mile off campus
Seven days a week, from 7 pm to 1 am
Campus Connections
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University Housing education and enforcement
Collaboration with Safer
Contacting SARP Center (off campus) for a sexual assault
Advocate
Contact: 756-2281 (general)
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Bill Watton (Chief of Police) at 756-6650 or
[email protected]
Resources on Campus – Student
Ombuds Services
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Location: Building 35 (REK Library), Room 113
Hours: 10 am – Noon Monday through Friday and by
appointment
Standards of Practice
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Confidential – No permanent records are maintained; The only
exception to confidentiality is when there appears to be
imminent risk of serious harm to self or others
Informal – Does not participate in any internal or external
formal processes
Impartial – Promotes fair and equitable processes and
procedures
Independent – Operates independently of administrative
structures
Resources on Campus – Student
Ombuds Services (cont.)
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Types of Issues
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Academic Concerns, Incivility, Disciplinary Matters,
Cultural Conflicts, Grade Disputes, Student
Employment, Records Appeals, Roommate Concerns,
Student / Instructor Misunderstandings
Does not share information with any entity
Contact: 756-1380 or [email protected]
Recap – On Campus
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Safer
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Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities
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Disciplinary / University Action
University Police Department
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Crisis Services, Education, and Resources and Referrals
Legal Action / Reporting
Student Ombuds Services
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General Resource Referral
Resources off Campus –
The SARP Center
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Location: 51 Zaca Lane Suite 140
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Hours: Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5 pm;
Wednesday 5 pm to 7 pm by appointment only
Crisis Services
24-hour rape crisis line operated by SARP Center volunteers
 Provide both scheduled and drop-in peer counseling, and
advocacy and accompaniment services
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Education Services
Offers educational presentations to all of San Luis Obispo
county
 Women’s empowerment and self-defense workshops
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Resources off Campus – SARP Center
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Counseling Services
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support groups for specific survivors
 Offers long-term clinical counseling (12 weeks)
The main differences between Safer and SARP Center:
SARP Center offers clinical, long term counseling
 24-hour Crisis Line
 Safer is for crisis, referral services, and education during
business hours for on campus entities
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Contact: 545-8888 or [email protected]
Resources off Campus – Women’s
Shelter of San Luis Obispo
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Location and Hours: Call (805) 781-6401
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Counseling and Child Services
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Services free to victims
Available to women, teens, children, and men
Legal and Transitional Housing
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Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) Assistance, Court
Accompaniment
Emergency Shelter
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24-Hour Crisis Line: 781-6400
Confidential emergency location for victims of intimate partner
violence
Volunteer and Donation Services
Resources off Campus – Rape, Abuse,
Incest National Network (RAINN)
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Location and Hours: 24-hour, seven day a week
national network
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[email protected]
Sexual Assault Hotline
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“When a caller dials 1.800.656.HOPE, a computer
notes the area code and first three digits of the
caller's phone number. The call is then instantaneously
connected to the nearest RAINN member center. If all
counselors at that center are busy, the call is sent to
the next closest center.”
Confidential (according to state laws)
Recap – Off Campus
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The Sexual Assault Recovery and Prevention
(SARP) Center
 24-hour
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crisis line and counseling services
Women’s Shelter of San Luis Obispo
 Housing
to escape from intimate partner violence and
abuse
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Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network (RAINN)
 National
crisis line that connects the caller to a local
rape crisis center
Other helpful resources…
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Cal Poly Counseling Services – 756-2511, Building
27 Room 136
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Cal Poly Pride Center – 756-PRIDE, UU Room 209
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SLO Police Department – (805) 781-7317
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North County Women’s Shelter – (805) 574-3583