Call 911 in an Emergency or if You or Someone Else is in Imminent Danger
Caution: Please take care when searching for resources. Phone, tablet, computer and other device activity may be monitored. Visited websites may be tracked or viewed by another person. It may be safer for victims and survivors to obtain information using a device a perpetrator does not have potential access to.
For more information, review the National Domestic Violence Hotline page on Tech and Social Media Safety. The Hotline can also be contacted at 800.799.7233 or 800.787.3224 (TTY) for assistance.
Federal and California laws and CSU/Cal State LA policies prohibit dating and domestic violence, sexual violence and stalking. This prohibition applies to students, employees, and others. These laws and policies apply to conduct both on and off-campus.
Campus sanctions include suspension, expulsion, and employment termination. Perpetrators may face arrest and criminal prosecution. Offenders may have to compensate victims for crime and misconduct related expenses.
Survivors and victims have numerous rights granted by federal and state laws. These rights include fair treatment, confidentiality and campus-based accommodations.
24-Hour Hotlines
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800.799.7233 | TTY: 800.787.3224
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National Human Trafficking Hotline: 888.373.7888 | TTY: 711
- National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800.656.4673 | National Sexual Assault Online Hotline
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800.273.8255 | TTY: 800.799.4889
- National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline: 866.331.9474 | Assistance via text is also available (messaging rates may apply)
- Safe Helpline • Sexual Assault Support for the DoD Community: 877.995.5247
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The Trevor Project Helpline • Crisis Intervention & Suicide Prevention for LGBTQ Youth (ages 13-24): 866.488.7386
Apps
The following apps are available through the Apple App Store and Google Play.
Bystander Intervention
Online Resources
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Bystander Intervention Resources by the National Sexual Violence Resource Center
- Center for Changing Our Campus Culture
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Engaging Bystanders in the Prevention of Sexual and Domestic Violence by PreventConnect
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Get Help for Someone Else by Love is Respect
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Help a Friend or Family Member by the National Domestic Violence Hotline
Child Abuse and Neglect
Online Resources
Brochures, Fact Sheets & Guides
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Child Abuse and Other Pamphlets (Los Angeles County's District Attorney's Office)
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What is Child Abuse and Neglect? Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms (Child Welfare Information Gateway)
CSU/Cal State LA
Campus Advocate
- An agreement with Peace Over Violence (POV) has established on-campus advocacy services available to students. Students who wish to meet with the POV Advocate on campus should contact the agency.
- Note: To support physical distancing and reduce potential exposure to students and staff during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, on-campus services are temporarily unavailable. For advocacy services, please contact POV.
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Peace Over Violence
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Central LA: 213.626.3393
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South LA: 310.392.8381
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West San Gabriel Valley: 626.793.3385
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LA Metro/Peace Over Violence Off Limits Sexual Harassment Hotline: 844.633.5464
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Please note:
- These services are not associated with the Student Health Center.
- Students may also contact Peace Over Violence to seek services at their facilities. Students also have the option to seek services through other local agencies.
Helpful Departments and Personnel
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Title IX Officer
- Mariel Mulet, Director of Human Resources Equity and Diversity Policies and Procedures: ADM 606 • 323.343.3040 • mmulet@calstatela.edu
- Address: California State University, Los Angeles, 5151 State University Drive, Administration Building: Room 606, Los Angeles, CA 90032
- Mariel Mulet, Director of Human Resources Equity and Diversity Policies and Procedures: ADM 606 • 323.343.3040 • mmulet@calstatela.edu
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Support Advisors
- The University offers Support Advisors for complainants and respondents. For information, contact the Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:
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Mariel Mulet, Director of Human Resources Equity and Diversity Policies and Procedures: ADM 606 • 323.343.3040 • mmulet@calstatela.edu
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Adriana Machuca Parra, HR Generalist: ADM 606 • 323.343.3040 • amachuc7@calstatela.edu
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- The University offers Support Advisors for complainants and respondents. For information, contact the Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:
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Student Health Center
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University Police
Policies and Procedures
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Cal State LA Non-Discrimination Statement
This statement affirms Cal State LA's commitment to equality of opportunity for all individuals. The statement also includes information on filing complaints for those who believe they have been discriminated against or harassed based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, or veteran status.
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Cal State LA Title IX Notice of Nondiscrimination
This statement affirms "The California State University does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, or sexual orientation in its education programs or activities." The statement is accompanied by CSU Executive Order 1095 which identifies prohibited conduct and includes answers to questions victims and survivors may have related to Cal State LA options — What should I do? Who should I contact? What reporting options do I have? As a reporter, am I protected from retaliation? What else might happen if I notify University Police? What CSU procedures are available? What are the CSU definitions of sexual violence, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking and consent?
This procedure outlines Cal State LA's responsibility to compile and publish crime statistics in an Annual Security Report; and identifies Cal State LA campus security authorities and their training and reporting obligations. In addition, the procedure includes links to the Campus Security Authorities Crime & Incident Report Form.
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CSU Executive Orders (EO)
- Note: CSU Executive Orders are available at CSU Policies.
- CSU EO1083: Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect
- CSU EO 1095: Systemwide Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, Sexual Misconduct, Dating and Domestic Violence, and Stalking Policy
- CSU EO 1096: Systemwide Policy Prohibiting Discrimination, Harassment, Retaliation, Sexual Misconduct, Dating and Domestic Violence, and Stalking against Employees and Third Parties and Systemwide Procedure for Addressing Such Complaints by Employees and Third Parties
- CSU EO 1097: Systemwide Policy Prohibiting Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation, Sexual Misconduct, Dating and Domestic Violence, and Stalking against Students and Systemwide Procedure for Addressing Such Complaints by Students
- Note: CSU Executive Orders are available at CSU Policies.
- Student Code of Conduct (5 CCR §41301)
This document outlines standards for student conduct and the grounds for student discipline. Prohibited behaviors include dishonesty, conduct that threatens or endangers the health and safety of others, hazing, theft, and other forms of misconduct.
Brochures, Fact Sheets & Guides
- Cal State LA Annual Security Report (Links to Cal State LA University Police)
Dating and Domestic Violence
Online Resources
Brochures, Fact Sheets & Guides
- Are You Hurting Your Partner? (National Domestic Violence Hotline)
- Can an Abusive Partner Change? (National Domestic Violence Hotline)
- Dating Violence (SAFE)
- Domestic Violence and Other Pamphlets (Los Angeles County's District Attorney's Office)
- New Numbers for Domestic Violence Victims (U.S. Social Security Administration)
- Personal Safety Plan (National Domestic Violence Hotline)
- Safety Planning (Day 14) (FORGE)
- Support for Victims of Domestic Violence (Victims of Crime Resource Center)
- There is No Excuse for Domestic Violence (Los Angeles Police Department)
Human Trafficking
Online Resources
Brochures, Fact Sheets & Guides
- Human Trafficking 101 (U.S. Department of Homeland Security)
- Human Trafficking and Other Pamphlets (Los Angeles County's District Attorney's Office)
- Human Trafficking in America's Schools (National Center on Safe Supportive Learning Environments)
- Support for Victims of Human Trafficking (Victims of Crime Resource Center)
- Victim Identification: What Can You Do? (U.S. Department of Homeland Security)
Safety Planning | Online Safety
Online Resources
- Safety Planning by Love is Respect
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Physical Safety by the Victim Connect Resource Center
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Safety Planning Information by the National Human Trafficking Hotline
Brochures, Fact Sheets & Guides
- Safety Planning (Day 14) (FORGE)
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Technology Safety by the National Network to End Domestic Violence
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What is a Safety Plan by the National Domestic Violence Hotline
Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment and Title IX
Online Resources
Brochures, Fact Sheets & Guides
- How to File a Discrimination Complaint with the Office for Civil Rights (U.S. Department of Education)
- This fact sheet is available in more than 15 languages
- Revised Sexual Harassment Guidance: Harassment of Students by School Employees, Other Students or Third Parties (U.S. Department of Education, 2001)
- Title IX Notice of Non-Discrimination (Cal State LA)
Sexual Violence and Misconduct
Online Resources
- Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website (U.S. Department of Justice)
- Megan's Law: Registered Sex Offender Information (Office of the Attorney General, California Department of Justice)
Brochures, Fact Sheets & Guides
- Defining the Rules: Making Clear the Difference Between Sex & Rape (Men Can Stop Rape)
- Male Survivors: Men Who Have Been Sexually Assaulted (Men Can Stop Rape)
- Sex, Consent and You (Cal State LA Student Health Center)
- Sexual Assault and Other Pamphlets (Los Angeles County's District Attorney's Office)
- What Men Can Do (Men Can Stop Rape)
Stalking and Civil Harassment
Online Resources
- Stalking Resource Center (Archive)
Brochures, Fact Sheets & Guides
- Are You Being Stalked? (National Center for Victims of Crime)
- Civil Harassment (California Courts Self-Help Center)
- Stalking (L.A. County District Attorney's Office)
Survivor and Victim Assistance
Online Directories
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California Domestic Violence, Family Violence and Sexual Violence Assistance Agencies (California Coalition Against Sexual Assault)
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Directory of Crime Victim Services (Office for Victims of Crime, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice [OVC])
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LawHelpCA (Legal Aid Association of California, Legal Services Corporation & The State Bar of California)
Additional Online Resources
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California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation-Victim and Survivor Rights & Services
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Crimevictims.gov (OVC)
- Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website (U.S. Department of Justice)
- LifeMatters (Empathia Pacific, Inc.): 800.3677474 (Cal State LA employee assistance program)
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Know Your Rights (Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education)
- WomensLaw.org - Information for People of All Genders (National Network to End Domestic Violence)
Brochures, Fact Sheets and Guides
- Civil Justice for Crime Victims (The National Center for Victims of Crime)
- Crime Victims' Rights and Other Pamphlets (Los Angeles County's District Attorney's Office)
- Financial Recovery: A Victim's Guide to Restitution (California Victim Compensation and Government Claims Board)
- How to File a Discrimination Complaint with the Office for Civil Rights (U.S. Department of Education)
- This fact sheet is available in more than 15 languages
- Navigating the Criminal Justice System (L.A. County District Attorney's Office)
- Support for Crime Victims with Disabilities (Victims of Crime Resource Center)
- What You can Do If You Are A Victim Of Crime (U.S. Department of Justice)
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