+ What does Title IX Mean for Student Organization Advisors? Julia Broussard, LMSW Coordinator of Violence Prevention & Support Services Tulane University Daphne Everhart, MEd Associate Director of Student Programs Tulane University Kelli Farris, MEd Assistant Director for Co-Curricular Involvement Missouri State University

+ Today’s Presenters Julia Broussard, LMSW Coordinator of Violence Prevention & Support Services Tulane University Daphne Everhart, MEd Associate Director of Student Programs Tulane University Kelli Farris, MEd Assistant Director of Co-Curricular Engagement Missouri State University

+ Objectives Understand basic principles of Title IX Overview of definitions of sexual misconduct, stalking, dating and relationship abuse/violence, and sexual harassment Understand student organization advisor reporting obligations Understand how to appropriately report an incident and refer a student for support and resources

+ What is Title IX? “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” Prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender (sex) Prohibited conduct includes sexual harassment, sexual assault, relationship (dating) violence, and stalking.

+ Institution’s Obligations under Title IX If a school knows or reasonably should know about sexual harassment, including sexual violence, Title IX requires the school to take immediate action to eliminate the harassment prevent its recurrence address its effects

+ Other Regulations and Guidelines Dear Colleague Letter Campus SaVE Act FAQs White House taskforce Agreements between Office of Civil Rights and other universities

+ Definitions Required by Law Through the Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization, universities are required to define the following terms: Domestic violence Dating violence Sexual assault Stalking

+ Tulane’s Policies – Code of Student Conduct Sexual misconduct includes, but is not limited to, nonconsensual sexual behavior. Sexual misconduct includes sexual assault and nonconsensual sexual behavior. Sexual exploitation is an act attempted or committed by a person for sexual gratification, financial gain, or other advancement through the abuse or exploitation of another person’s sexuality

+ Tulane’s Policies – Code of Student Conduct Stalking is a course of conduct directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to feel fear and/or threaten his/her safety, mental health or physical health. Dating and relationship abuse is an act or threatened act of abuse or violence in a social relationship of a romantic or intimate nature. Dating and relationship violence or abuse includes, but is not limited to, physical violence, injury, or intimidation, sexual violence or abuse, emotional and/or psychological intimidation, verbal abuse, threats, or harassment, stalking, or economic control.

+ Additional suggestions… The White House Task Force to Protect Students from Sexual Assault recommends defining the required terms in addition to the following: Sexual harassment Hostile environment caused by sexual harassment Sexual assault Non-consensual sexual contact Non-consensual sexual intercourse Sexual exploitation Retaliation Intimidation

+ Faculty & Staff Responsibilities “Employees with authority to address harassment...” Report what you know within 24 hours

+ Situational Skills: Flow of Conversation Respond empathically Explain confidentiality & duty to report Refer and report

+ Situational Skills: Initial Responses Ok to say “I am sorry this happened to you.” “You are not alone.” “You are not to blame. It wasn’t your fault.” “Thank you for telling me. It was brave of you to tell me that.” Avoid “You should(n’t) have…” “Everything will be okay.” “Why did(n’t) you…” Touching without asking first

+ Situational Skills: Discussing Confidentiality “I want you to feel comfortable talking to me and am here to listen to you and help you. However, before you tell me anything more, I do want to tell you that I have to share this kind of information with certain colleagues. I am required to do this in order to help keep the campus community safe. What questions do you have about that?”

+ Situational Skills: Continuing the Conversation Unless student voluntarily offers more information about the incident, do not ask for more details Keep in mind that the student may have to retell his/her story multiple times Use empathic listening skills if the student wishes to tell you more

+ Situational Skills: Referrals and Reporting Use your campus referral system! If student is very distressed or wants immediate help, walk the student to your mental health support facility (i.e. counseling or psychological services)

+ Reportin g Form

+ Title IX Coordinators Questions can always be directed to your campus’ Title IX Coordinator(s)!

+ What is your campus doing to support Student Organization Advisors in terms of training on Title IX?