Sam Houston State University School of Nursing Title IX- Assault Awareness New Student Orientation Spring 2016 Cohort 10 Charmin White MSN, Ed RN CA-SANE, CP-SANE Agenda History of Title IX • Sexual Misconduct Policy • Consent • Who’s who • Campus Resources • Community Resources • Confidentiality • Summary • “The Hunting Ground” History of Title IX Title IX is a landmark federal civil right that prohibits sex discrimination in educational institutions that receive federal funding. Sex discrimination includes sexual harassment and sexual violence since it creates a hostile educational environment. • Prompt and appropriate investigations of on- and off-campus sexual assaults and harassment will help to ensure your campus will meet the U.S. Department of Education's expectations. • SHSU Sexual Misconduct Policy • 2.5 Consent is an informed and freely and affirmatively communicated willingness to participate in a particular sexual activity. Consent can be expressed either by words or by clear and unambiguous actions, as long as those words or actions create mutually understandable permission regarding the conditions of each instance of sexual activity. It is the responsibility of the person who wants to engage in the sexual activity to ensure that s/he has the consent of the other to engage in each instance of sexual activity. The definition of consent for the crime of sexual assault in Texas can be found at Texas Penal Code Section 22.011 Consent and the Law Consent Consent is….. Mutual Freely Given Informed How do I get consent? 1. Ask 2. Watch 3. Listen Consent is NOT…. Silent Past Consent Force “Expressed or Implied” Impaired Who’s Who • • • • • • University Police Department Student Counseling Center Student Health Services Faculty/Staff/Coaches Title IX Coordinator TxsafetyU TAASA Texas Association Against Sexual Assault www.taasa.org TXsafetyU What if I have been forced to have sex? Get Medical Help and Prevent STD’s • Where did this happen? • Off Campus: Call 911 • On Campus: Call 4-1000 Student Health Services 936-294-1805 • SAAFE House Local Hotline • 936-291-3529 • National Sexual Assault Hotline • 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) HMH (hospital): 936-291-3411 • And if you do not wish to contact law enforcement you can still go to Huntsville Memorial Hospital for a Forensic Medical Exam with treatment. What if I have been hurt by my partner? SART teams give confidential care and treatment to patients who have experienced domestic violence, sexual abuse and stalking. • You will register in the ED waiting room • You will be triaged and taken to a What will happen once I get there? private room to wait to be seen • With your permission a forensic nurse will talk with you, may look at and take pictures of any injuries you may have to make sure you are OK, they • You may also have an advocate called, may collect evidence. This exam will they may speak with you about your be provided whether you do or do not safety, and emotional concerns want to talk to the police. What if I do not want to tell the police? What are my options? • Non-Report • Evidence collected can be used to support your case in future If you have been assaulted and do not wish to speak to the police for whatever reason, you may have a confidential exam done anonymously • 2 year storage of evidence • What if I’m concerned about a friend? Your Options • “By Stander Intervention” • Contact Hotlines for additional information • It can be difficult to watch a friend or loved one go through a bad experience such as sexual assault or domestic violence. It is up to your friend to choose what she/he wants to do about the experience. We encourage you to share these resources with them. What if I just need someone to talk to? Campus Resources • Student Counseling Services: 936-294-3794 • Title IX Coordinator: 936-294-3026 Community Resources • SAAFE House: 936-291-3529 • National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE • National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE Benefits Confidentiality • Advocacy • Medical Exam • Forensic Exam • Non-Report • STD/Pregnancy Prophylaxis • Counseling Services • Follow-Up Treatment • Training/educational opportunities • Other Resources Student Handbook • “By Stander Intervention” • “SHSU Survivors Support Group • “Take Back the Night” • TAASA • Lighted Campus CALL Boxes • UPD Campus Escort Call 4-1000 • Summary Title IX • Who’s who to contact • TxsafetyU iPhone/Android • 96 hours to report for evidence collection • Non-Report 2 years to DPS • Consent • CONSENT GET THE YES, YES, YES!!!! QUESTIONS? Consent Culture Challenge Campaign SON Cohort 10 KAT SAFE APP • When Sam Houston State University first implemented the Kat Safe emergency notification system in the summer of 2008, it was intended for such situations as severe weather threats and campus closures. • Faculty, staff and students had the choice to “opt in” and provide personal contact information, depending on whether or not they wished to receive alerts and updates. Kat Safe APP “Active Shooter” “RUN, HIDE, FIGHT”