Stanford
Office of the Vice Provost for Institutional Equity, Access & Community

Review My Options

Review My Options Before Deciding About Whether to Report

You have several options for reporting to the University.  To assist you with your decision making you can speak to any of the resources listed below or those identified in this Resource Guide.  

Confidential Campus Resources for Students

Confidential resources, by law, will keep your identity and information private. They are able to provide for your immediate mental well-being and to discuss your options with you.

CST:  Confidential Support Team

CST provides specialized support related to sexual and relationship violence, which can range from a one-time appointment to ongoing counseling.  CST team members are available to walk you through your options for responding to sexual violence, and will assist you in getting to a SAFE exam, and/or making a report to the police or the university.

  • Business line: (650) 736-6933
  • 24-hour hotline: (650) 725-9955

CAPS:  Counseling & Psychological Services

  • Business & 24-hour hotline: 650-723-3785

Confidential Campus Resource for Faculty & Staff

Faculty Staff Help Center

Confidential Campus Resources for the Community

University Ombuds

School of Medicine Ombuds

Office for Religious & Spiritual Life

Confidential Off-Campus Resource for Students, Faculty, and Staff

The YWCA's 24-hour hotline is: (800) 572-2782

Additional Campus Resources for Students, Faculty, Staff and Postdocs

These resources will respect your privacy to the greatest extent possible; however, they are unable to guarantee confidentiality as they are required by law to notify the appropriate resource upon learning of Prohibited Conduct.  Seeking consultation does not require making a report or initiating a formal process.  

SHARE Title IX & Title VI Office is the University’s central resource for combating, redressing, and preventing sexual harassment and violence issues experienced by all Stanford community members.

PLEASE NOTE: We strongly encourage you to direct all Title IX concerns to the SHARE Office. Individuals who wish to remain anonymous may contact the Ethics and Compliance Office using their anonymous Helpline (Ethics & Compliance Helpline).

For response, reporting, and support for all students, faculty, staff & postdocs:

For education and resources for faculty, staff, students, & postdocs: