Any person who feels that they have experienced harassment, including threats of violence and/or sexual harassment, should follow these recommended steps:

If you feel comfortable doing so, inform a supervisor or other advisor, such as onsite staff. Please note all Emory employees (including some peer-advisory group leaders) are mandated reporters. This means that they are obligated to report to the University's Title IX Coordinator as well as law enforcement.
- If you do not wish to speak with a mandated reporter, you can speak with confidential resources, such as licensed clinical health and mental health care providers and pastoral counselors.
If you feel you are in immediate danger, call 911.
If you are on campus, call Emory Office of Health Promotion at 404-727-1514 for support and counseling between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday-Friday. You can also get help at Emory Counseling and Psychological Services by calling 404-727-7450 between 8:30 a.m to 5 p.m Monday-Friday . Crisis consultation is available at the same number Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m to 3:30 p.m.

If you have been physically assaulted:

Call Emory PD 404.727.6111 or call 911.
- If you need medical attention, call 911 and let them know you need an ambulance.
If you can, get a lawyer and speak with the police to determine how you wish to proceed in terms of legal action.
If you are on campus, call Emory Office of Health Promotion at 404-727-1514 for support and counseling between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday-Friday. You can also get help at Emory Counseling and Psychological Services by calling 404-727-7450 between 8:30 a.m to 5 p.m Monday-Friday . Crisis consultation is available at the same number Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m to 3:30 p.m.

If you have been sexually assaulted:

Remember: you are not alone. Rape Crisis Centers have counselors who can help walk you through the emotions and logistics of being a survivor. It is never wrong to ask for help. If you aren’t sure whether what happened is sexual assault or rape, call the Rape Crisis Hotline or the Emory Office of Health Promotion for advice.

Call 911 or tell someone you trust. If you prefer, call the Rape Crisis Hotline: 800-656-HOPE (4673).
- Remember that all Emory employees (including some peer-advisory group leaders) are mandated reporters. Licensed clinical health or mental health care providers or pastoral counselors are confidential resources.
See a health care provider as soon as possible to be screened for STDs/pregnancy. Try to not shower or change clothes before you see a health care provider as this can be evidence for your case if you choose to take legal action. Even if you don't wish to take legal action immediately, you can and may change your mind.
If you are on campus, call Emory Office of Health Promotion at 404-727-1514 for support and counseling between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday-Friday. You can also get help at Emory Counseling and Psychological Services by calling 404-727-7450 between 8:30 a.m to 5 p.m Monday-Friday . Crisis consultation is available at the same number Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m to 3:30 p.m.

What can I do as a bystander and how can I help as a friend?

The important thing to remember when trying to help someone or to prevent an assault from occurring is that your safety is also important. If at any point you feel you are not safe, please leave immediately and find help/call 911.
If you are a bystander and you think that someone is at risk, try to help that person out of the situation. If possible, draw the attention of others to situation and stay with the at-risk person until more help arrives or the situation is diffused.
Create an atmosphere of trust and support for the victim/survivor. Do not pressure them to do anything they are uncomfortable with, and let them know you are there if they ever need to talk.
NEVER BLAME THE VICTIM/SURVIVOR.

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