Reporting Sexual Assault at Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ
Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Police will respond promptly to any report of sexual assault that occurs on any Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ campus. The College has a zero-tolerance policy for sexual assault or abuse in any form. We encourage all students, faculty, and staff who experience sexual assault or abuse on campus to report the incident to Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Police immediately.
If the incident occurred off-campus, please report it to the police department in that jurisdiction. For assistance contacting an external police department, call the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Police non-emergency line at 703.764.5000. You can also view Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ's Sexual Misconduct Policy.
What to Do if a Sexual Assault Occurs
If a sexual assault occurs, follow these steps:
- Get to a Safe Place: Move to a safe location as soon as possible.
- Call 911: Notify the authorities. If the incident occurred on a Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ campus, contact Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Police at 703.764.5000. College faculty and staff members can assist you in reporting the incident.
- Preserve Evidence: Try to preserve all physical evidence. Avoid bathing or changing clothes.
- Seek Medical Attention: Get medical help as soon as possible.
- Contact a Support Person: Contact someone who can stay with you and provide support.
Resources
- Victim's Complainant Rights, Options, and Resources
- Respondent's Rights, Options, and Resources
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- Office of Wellness and Mental Health
The following community resources offer free and confidential services and support to those impacted by sexual assault, abuse or violence:
24-Hour Hotline: 703.683.7273
24-Hour Hotline: 703.360.7273
24-Hour Crisis Line: 703.777.6552
Sexual Assault Services: 703.771.9020- Sexual Assault Victim's Advocacy Service (SAVAS)
24-Hour Helpline: 703.368.4141