Violence Prevention
A page within Violence Prevention
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YOU ARE NOT ALONE. EVERY PERSON HAS THE RIGHT TO FEEL SAFE. YOU HAVE OPTIONS.
At UWL we recognize that violence in any form can interfere with the work and learning taking place in our community. Often, someone who experiences a sexual assault, stalking, or violence or abuse in a relationship may find that they have difficulty focusing on work or on their studies.
The Violence Prevention Specialist is available to assist you with advocacy, information, and support so that you can make informed choices about the options available to you. Services are free, confidential, and available to all UWL students, faculty, and/or staff members.
In addition to advocacy, the Violence Prevention Specialist is available to provide education and training on campus. Schedule a time to meet with the Violence Prevention Specialist to co-create what you're wanting, whether it's a classroom presentation or a training session.
Additionally, UWL Peer Health Advocates offer interactive wellness programming. Click here to learn more about their wellness programing.
UWL Violence Prevention provides free and confidential:
- Referrals to resources on campus and off; such as counseling, medical care and academic or financial assistance
- Safety planning
- Information on reporting options (university conduct, Title IX, and/or police), campus policies and procedures, and victim rights. (Please note-you are not required to report an assault in order to get help)
- Restraining order information and assistance
- Advocacy and support during interviews and court hearings
SAFETY ALERT: Use of your home computer to visit this site can be tracked by someone in your home. If you are not feeling safe at home, you may want to use a computer in a public library or internet café to visit this site.
For confidential assistance, visit the Our People page.
EMERGENCY AFTER HOURS CONTACT:
- University Police: 789-9999 or 911
- City of La Crosse Police: 785-5962 or 911
- Great Rivers 211 (dial 211) or 1-800-362-TALK (8255)
- Gundersen Health System Domestic Abuse/Sexual Assault Program Hotline: 608-775-5950
- Mayo Health System Safe Path: 608-392-7804
- New Horizons Shelter: 608-791-2600 (local) or toll free at 1-888-231-0066
- WI Hmong Family Strengthening Helpline: 1-877-740-4292
