SEXUAL ASSAULT EDUCATION AND

RESOURCES

Presented by Safer, a program of Cal Poly’s Gender Equity Center

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What is the current climate regarding sexual assault at Cal Poly?

Sexual Assault Incidents in May Concerns with students in regards to alcohol

and sexual assault Scenarios from audience

Changes in Safer Program On campus crisis and advocacy services

Reporting of sexual assault at Cal Poly is low The more advocates we have, the more

people will feel safe to report a sexual assault and seek help

Changing a culture at Cal Poly

The importance of changing the culture at Cal Poly

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?

Any sexual acts without consent The survivor may be forced, threatened, or

manipulated 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

Rape

Attempted Rape

Sexual Battery

Sexual Harassment

Child Molestation

Incest

Spousal Rape

Unlawful Sex with a Minor

Myths

1. Victims of sexual assault “ask for it” by the way they dress

No one ever “asks” to be raped Nationally, individuals wearing sweatpants are

more likely to be assaulted than wearing skirts†

2. A person who has been sexually assaulted will be hysterical

Reactions to traumatic events are unique for each individual

3. 20% of reported rapes are false 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

1. The number one date rape drug is alcohol 96% of sexual assaults that occur in San Luis

Obispo are from alcohol as either a complete or partial factor

2. Sexual assault is the most unreported violent crime in the United States

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

3. The majority of sexual assault victims are between the ages of 14 and 25

Bystander Intervention

Defined: Willingness to assist a person in need of help 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 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

What to do if a Survivor Discloses to You Most survivors only disclose to one person,

and your reaction will either support or hinder their healing process Be supportive, listen to them, and most

importantly: believe them Provide information, advocacy, resources, and

options Ex: Walk them to the Safer office

Let the survivor make the decisions Sexual assault takes away a person’s rights

Reporting a sexual assault Clery Act Crime Statistic / Incident Reporting Form

Overview

Safer Office of Student

Rights and Responsibilities

University Police Department

Student Ombuds Services

The SARP Center Women’s Shelter

of San Luis Obispo Rape, Abuse,

Incest National Network (RAINN)

On Campus Off Campus

Resources on Campus – Safer

Location: UU 217 Hours: 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday1. Crisis Services

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.)

1. Education Services Presentations to the Cal Poly community,

including academic departments, University Housing, Greek Life, and Athletics

Events and workshops focusing on sexual assault risk reduction

Run to Remember is Oct 19th! Focus on gender specific sexual assault

prevention Men and Masculinities Program

Safer Volunteering Training Program Contact: 756-2282 or safer@calpoly.edu

Safer and University Learning Objectives

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

Location: Building 124, Room 127 Hours: 8 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday1. 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)

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.)1. Student Disciplinary Sanctions

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 osrr@calpoly.edu

Resources on Campus – University Police Department

Location: Building 74 Hours: 24/71. Patrol

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.

2. Investigations 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.)

1. Escort Van Services 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

2. Campus Connections University Housing education and enforcement Collaboration with Safer Contacting SARP Center (off campus) for a sexual

assault Advocate Contact: 756-2281 (general)

Bill Watton (Chief of Police) at 756-6650 or wwatton@calpoly.edu

Resources on Campus – Student Ombuds Services

Location: Building 35 (REK Library), Room 113 Hours: 10 am – Noon Monday through Friday and by

appointment1. Standards of Practice

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.)

1. Types of Issues 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 ombuds@calpoly.edu

Recap – On Campus

1) Safer Crisis Services, Education, and Resources

and Referrals

2) Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities

Disciplinary / University Action

3) University Police Department Legal Action / Reporting

4) Student Ombuds Services General Resource Referral

Resources off Campus – The SARP Center

Location: 51 Zaca Lane Suite 140San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Hours: Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5 pm; Wednesday 5 pm to 7 pm by appointment only

1. 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

2. Education Services Offers educational presentations to all of San Luis Obispo

county Women’s empowerment and self-defense workshops

Resources off Campus – SARP Center (cont.)

1. Counseling Services Provide 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

Contact: 545-8888 or contact@sarpcenter.org

Resources off Campus – Women’s Shelter of San Luis Obispo

Location and Hours: Call (805) 781-6401 24-Hour Crisis Line: 781-6400

1. Counseling and Child Services Services free to victims Available to women, teens, children, and men

2. Legal and Transitional Housing Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) Assistance, Court

Accompaniment

3. Emergency Shelter Confidential emergency location for victims of

intimate partner violence

4. Volunteer and Donation Services

Resources off Campus – Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network (RAINN)

Location and Hours: 24-hour, seven day a week national network Contact: info@rainn.org

1. Sexual Assault Hotline “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

1) The Sexual Assault Recovery and Prevention (SARP) Center

24-hour crisis line and counseling services

2) Women’s Shelter of San Luis Obispo Housing to escape from intimate partner

violence and abuse

3) Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network (RAINN)

National crisis line that connects the caller to a local rape crisis center

Other helpful resources…

Cal Poly Counseling Services – 756-2511, Building 27 Room 136

Cal Poly Pride Center – 756-PRIDE, UU

Room 209

SLO Police Department – (805) 781-7317

North County Women’s Shelter – (805) 574-3583