WashU has policies and procedures in place to protect our community from sexual violence, harassment and misconduct.
University Policies on Relationship and Sexual Violence
Tag: Sexual Violence
Masculine Survivor’s Group
The Men’s Project provides a space for critical self-reflection and dialogue on topics of masculinities, gender construction and identity.
University Sexual Harassment Investigation Board (USHIB)
The USHIB is comprised of faculty, staff and students appointed by the chancellor and trained to investigate complaints involving allegations of sexual assault.
Healthy Relationships and Recognizing Abuse
A healthy relationship embraces love, trust, respect and mutual care for the people involved.
Relationship and Sexual Violence Reporting Options
We encourage you to report incidents of sexual harassment, sexual assault, relationship violence and stalking.
Rape Trauma Syndrome
Rape trauma syndrome (or RTS) is related to post-traumatic stress disorder but is more specific to sexual assault.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Many survivors experience trauma-related problems and feelings for a significant amount of time after a sexual assault.
Information for Survivors of Relationship and Sexual Violence
Learn about the aftermath of sexual assault and/or relationship violence, and ways to take care of yourself.
Information for Male Survivors of Relationship and Sexual Violence
Read information for male survivors of relationship or sexual violence.
Information for LGBTQIA Survivors of Relationship and Sexual Violence
Washington University is dedicated to providing well-trained, culturally competent support for LGBTQIA survivors of sexual and relationship violence.