24/7 Victim Advocate
Campus Support
The needs of someone who has been sexually assaulted vary from
person to person and may vary over time. The University offers services and external
resources, some of which may be accessed 24 hours a day, so
that a student may choose what she or he would find most helpful
and healing. The Victim Advocate program at Butler University
provides confidential 24-hour response by a trained Victim Advocate
to students who have experienced sexual assault or interpersonal
violence.
The University urges anyone who has been sexually assaulted
to seek
support from a Victim Advocate by
calling (317) 910-5572 as soon as
possible to minimize and treat physical harm, assist with
processing the unique and complex emotional aftermath, and help
preserve and understand options for pressing charges. Even for
someone who does not wish to report the event to
the police or pursue disciplinary
action, seeking confidential support and medical attention as
soon as possible is vital. At any point that a student is ready to
seek help, a victim advocate will be ready to assist him or
her.
If you suspect or know a friend has experienced sexual
assault, do not be afraid to seek outside help.
Sexual Assault Initiatives
- Campus wide campaigns to raise awareness around sexual
violence, relationship or dating violence and other correlated
issues including date rape drugs, alcohol, and myths
and misconceptions.
- Programs and workshops regarding issues such as sexual violence
prevention and response, dating violence prevention/response
and healthy sexual choices are available. Contact sbarnes@butler.edu to
arrange a program for your group.
- Coordination of the Butler University Victim Advocate
Program
- Planning of Sexual Assault Awareness Month Activities
For additional information, please contact:
Sarah Barnes Diaz
sbarnes@butler.edu
Victim Advocate
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Sarah Barnes Diaz
Health and Recreation Complex
(317) 910-5572
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