Sexual Assault Resource Guide

This page serves to answer questions relating to sexual misconduct, including resources for reporting, getting help, and supporting others. We have also created a page here of videos of survivor/victims sharing their stories and anonymous written stories.

 What is the reporting process?

1. To open an investigation of assault of misconduct on school property contact the Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Office

   • https://eoaa.umn.edu/sites/eoaa.dl.umn.edu/files/800093_eoaa_brochure.pdf (Reporting misconduct brochure)

   • https://eoaa.umn.edu/report-misconduct (Page with access to anonymous/named report form)

2. For School Charges:

   •  UMPD: https://publicsafety.umn.edu/sexual-assault/reporting-sexual-assault (link to general guidelines and expectations for calling UMPD after assault)

   • Crisis Line: 612-301-4673

3. For Criminal Charges and Protection Orders:

   • MPD: https://www.minneapolismn.gov/resident-services/public-safety/victim-help/ (link to file a report, guidelines and expectations for the legal process)

   • MNCASA

     • Harassment restraining orders and orders for protection: https://www.mncasa.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/SVJI-Civil-Protective-Orders-HRO-OFP.pdf 

     • Civil damages: https://www.mncasa.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/svji_facts_2_2977689650.pdf 

     • Getting a copy of a police report: https://www.mncasa.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/How-Do-I-Get-a-Copy-of-My-Police-Report.pdf

Where can I get tested?

1. Sexual Assault Forensic Exams: Aurora Center (within 7 days), https://aurora.umn.edu/free-confidential-services-0 , 612-626-2929

2. STDs/STIs

   • Boynton: 612-625-3222 (Drop-in or Appt, anytime during business hours)

     • https://boynton.umn.edu/sti, the number above can be used to schedule pregnancy and sexually transmitted disease testing

What are my confidential resources?

• Aurora Center 

  • Email: aurora@umn.edu 

  • Textline: (612) 615-8911

  • 24-hour helpline: (612) 626-9111

  • *Also offers scheduled appointments at Appleby Hall, Suite 117

  • Non-Disciplinary Action:

    • https://aurora.umn.edu/get-help/non-disciplinary-problem-solving-options

Where can I get mental health services? 

1. For mental health services in the campus:

   • Boynton: Mental Health Clinic (612) 625-8475 

     1. Email: bh-quest@umn.edu

     2. Boynton Appointments: 612-625-3222

     3. Mental Health Clinic Appointments: 612-624-1444

     4. 24-Hour Nurse Help Line: 612-625-7900 

2. For mental health services outside the campus:

   • Family Tree Clinic: 

     1. Provides free therapy options although donations are greatly appreciated. They specialize in cases of stress, anxiety, depression, people who have been physically or sexually assaulted, people with privacy

     2. https://www.familytreeclinic.org/services/mental-health/. 

     3. Walk-In Counseling Clinic through Family Tree: https://www.opencounseling.com/united-states/saint-paul/counseling-agency/walk-in-counseling-center-at-family-tree-clinic

   • Reclaim: 

     1. Mental health support for queer and trans youth ages 13 – 25 who are marginalized because of their gender identity, gender expression and/or sexual orientation. Some members on staff have training and experience in sexual violence and post-trauma therapy.

     2. https://www.reclaim.care/what-we-do/therapy/overview.html

   • Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network

     1. National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline (1-800-656-4673)

     2. Website: https://hotline.rainn.org/online

     3. National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

     4. National Teen Dating Abuse Hotline: 1-866-331-9474

   How can I support victim-survivors?

1. Supportive language  

   • Aurora Center: https://aurora.umn.edu/helpful-phrases

   • MCASA:https://www.mncasa.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Survivor-Speaking-Tips.pdf (survivor speaking tips)

2. Emergency Shelter Information: 

   • https://aurora.umn.edu/additional-resources 

3. Sexual Violence Center (SVC):

   • https://www.sexualviolencecenter.org/programs-services/

   • They offer free support victims through Legal counseling, individual counseling services with a trained Sexual Assault Advocate, 24-hour crisis line, & support groups

4. Bridges to Safety: 

   • Centralized services and safety for victims of domestic violence in Ramsey County: https://www.bridgestosafety.org/help.html 

   • For those who are victim-survivors within a relationship, Bridges to Safety has free resources which will provide shelter, break leases, provide safety orders, and more for free. Below is a list of the services and resources they provide:

     1. Crisis intervention and personal advocacy

     2. Legal advocacy

     3. Legal consultation and representation provided by Southern MN Regional Legal Services and Tubman Safety Project

     4. Law enforcement investigation and prosecution of offenders

     5. Order for Protection writing/filing

     6. Childcare while the parent/guardian is accessing services

     7. Enrollment in the State of Minnesota's Safe at Home address confidentiality program

     8. Referral to shelter, permanent and transitional housing, employment, supervised visitation, personal counseling, and other community partners

     9. A warm, friendly atmosphere where our partners are respectful and our work is centered on your needs and your decisions.

5. Central MN Sexual Assault Center: https://cmsac.org/services-overview/

   • They offer free support to people and organizations within Stearns, Benton, Sherburne, and Wright Counties of Central Minnesota. 

     • Counseling Services/Support

     • 24-Hour Crisis Phone Line

       1. One-to-One Support Counseling

       2. Individual Psychoeducation

       3. Support and Psychoeducational Groups

       4. Support for Sex Workers

     • Personal Safety

       1. Human Trafficking Services

       2. Safety Planning

       3. “Safe at Home” Program

     • Help Navigating Reporting 

       1. Harassment Restraining Orders

       2. Orders for Protection

       3. Law Enforcement Advocacy

       4. Court Advocacy

     • Advocacy

       1. Collaboration with community groups and professional agencies to continue to work toward an increased social awareness of sexual assault through victim-centered services that are sensitive to the needs of everyone.

       2. Hospital Advocacy Services 

       3. Referrals to Supportive Services

     • Education

       1. Professional & Community Training/Education

       2. Information on crime victims’ rights and options with a focus on healing and recovery.

       3. Education and factual information that challenges attitudes and beliefs that make up rape culture.

       4. Professional & Community Training/Education

Where can I find support groups off campus?

1. Central MN Sexual Assault Center

   • https://cmsac.org/support-groups/

2. Sexual Assault Demonstration Initiative: Online Resources List 

   • https://www.nsvrc.org/sites/default/files/2014-09/nsvrc_publications_resource-list_online-resources-for-survivors.pdf

3. Affordable therapy options

   • Boynton 

     • https://boynton.umn.edu/clinics/boynton-mental-health

   • Options: Family & Behavior Services 

     • https://optionsfamily.com/

4. Funds for victim-survivors

   • Minnesota Crime Victims Reparations Board

     • https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/ojp/help-for-crime-victims/Pages/crime-victims-reparations.aspx#:~:text=If%20you%20or%20someone%20you%20know%20has%20been,as%20a%20result%20of%20the%20crime.%20Program%20Overview