Title IX athletic department
Bears will be bears https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LNVFPkmZTQ4
Title IX (Sexual Misconduct) Prohibits gender discrimination in education programs and activities – this includes: Sexual Harassment Intimate Partner Violence Stalking Non-Consensual Sexual Activity
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sexual misconduct covered by ewu policies, state and federal law (title ix) EWU Policy 402-01 EWU Policy 402-04 Student Conduct Code Chapter 172-121
Sexual Harassment Unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature which creates a hostile environment Unwelcome sexual advances Requests for sexual favors Other verbal, nonverbal, or physical conduct of a sexual nature, including sexual assault
Sexual Harassment State and Federal Law and EWU Policy prohibits two types of sexual harassment: Tangible Employment or Educational Action (Quid Pro Quo) Hostile Environment
Sexual Harassment video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TErlkUyHY5c
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INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE Physical harm, bodily injury, assault, or the infliction of fear of imminent physical harm, bodily injury or assault, between individuals involved or previously involved in an social relationship of a romantic or intimate sexual nature.
Intimate partner violence video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wsd8LtTTnAI
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STALKING Engaging in a course of conduct directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to (a) fear for their health and/or safety or the health/safety of others; or (b) suffer substantial emotional distress
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Non-consensual sexual activity Non-Consensual Sexual Contact Non-Consensual Sexual Intercourse
Non-consensual sexual contact An individual intentionally touches (makes contact) With an intimate body part or area (genitals, breasts, buttock, thighs) Without consent of both involved parties
Non-consensual sexual intercourse Penetration (however slight) of the vagina or anus; By any body part or object; Without consent Or Oral penetration by a sex organ of another person;
No consent Force or threat of force or coercion Lack of clear words or actions Resistance (verbally or physically) Deception (Identity of partner) (purpose of act) Incapacitated (alcohol / drugs) Mental capability Age
Consent guidelines Consent can be withdrawn at any time! It is not safe to rely solely upon nonverbal communication. Silence does not equal consent. Passivity or lack of active resistance alone does not equal consent. A current or previous dating or sexual relationship does not constitute consent. Consent to one form of sexual activity does not imply consent to other forms of sexual activity.
Incapacitation Sign of incapacitation due to alcohol / drugs Vomiting Swaying Slurred speech Incoherent Difficulty balancing Unusual behavior Passed out
Consent easy as tea https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fGoWLWS4-kU
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Other forms of sexual misconduct Indecent liberties / indecent exposure sexual exhibitionism sex-based cyber-harassment peeping or other voyeurism
Reporting options EWU ADMINISTRATIVE / STUDENT CONDUCT PROCESS TITLE IX COORDINATOR OR DEAN OF STUDENTS OFFICE CRIMINAL COMPLAINT EWUPD OR LOCAL PD ANONYMOUSLY MAY NOT BE ABLE TO INVESTIGATE CONFIDENTIAL RESOURCE CAPS (STUDENTS) OR EAP (EMPLOYEES) EXTERNALLY OFFICE OF CIVIL RIGHTS (TYPICALLY IF YOU FEEL EWU DID NOT COMPLY WITH TITLE IX)
ALL COACHES AND EWU EMPLOYEES REQUIRED TO REPORT
Responsible Employees All EWU employees, except for licensed professionals at CAPS are mandatory reporters Must report to the Title IX Coordinator within 24 hours when you become aware Must report regardless of the potential Complainant’s desire for the matter to remain confidential
Confidentiality As confidential as possible (don’t gossip). Can receive confidential help from CAPS (students) or EAP (employees)
Interim Measures Academic modifications Workplace modifications Housing modifications Safety planning with EWUPD No contact Directives Interim Restrictions
Retaliatory harassment Retaliation is prohibited! Any actual or threatened retaliation or any act of intimidation intended to prevent or otherwise obstruct the reporting, investigation, or enforcement of a discriminatory conduct complaint
Investigative process Complaint received (duty to stop harassment) Provide resources, modifications, options Informal / formal process Conduct interviews Notice of Investigation (Respondent) Neutral fact finding Preponderance of evidence (50.1%) Determination letters Sanctions *Student Conduct Code WAC 172-121 *EWU Policy 402-04
sanctions Verbal / Written warning Probation Loss of privileges Relocation Suspension Expulsion Complete list of sanctions - SCC WAC 172-121-210
Bystander prevention https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=491e8Oku0Jw
Title IX Coordinator and additional resources Student Support and Advocacy – 509-359-7924 Student Rights and Responsibilities – 509-359-7924 *Office of Equal Opportunity (EO) – 509-359-4673 (students & employees) *Pride Center – 509-359-7870 (students & employees) EWU PD – 509-359-4021 Cheney PD – 509-498-9235 Resources are available for either Complainant or Respondent.
Confidential resources Sexual Assault Family Trama (SAFeT) – 509-747-8224 – 24 hours YWCA Domestic Violence Crisis Line – (509-326-2255) – 24 hours Suicide and Mental Health – (509-838-4428) – 24 hours Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – (360-407-9490) (employees) Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) – (509-359-2366) (students)
Medical resources Sacred Heart Medical Center, 101 W 8th Avenue, Spokane, 509.474.3131 Deaconess Hospital, 800 W 5th Avenue, Spokane, 509.473.5800 Providence Holy Family, 5633 N Lidgerwood Street, Spokane, 509.482.0111 Valley Hospital, 12606 E Mission Avenue, Spokane Valley, 509.473.5000 Rockwood Clinic Student Health Services, 19 N 7th Street, Cheney, 509.235.6151 (M-F, 8am – 5:30pm and Saturday 8am – 4pm