OSMRC is not a confidential resource. Connecting those involved in the complaint process with confidential, supportive resources is among the office's primary concerns.
Victim Advocates
An advocate can confidentially answer questions, provide information about options, and help with safety planning. Victims/survivors have a right to include an advocate in meetings with university administrators, law enforcement, medical personnel, and in court proceedings.
Rape Victim Advocacy Program (RVAP): (319) 335-6000 (24-hour hotline)
Domestic Violence Intervention Program: (800) 373-1043 (24-hour hotline)
Monsoon United Asian Women of Iowa: (866) 881-4641 (24-hour hotline)
Nisaa African Family Services: (319) 338-7617
Transformative Healing: (319) 389-8430
Counseling
In addition to or instead of working with an advocate, individuals may choose counseling to deal with the impact of sexual misconduct, dating/domestic violence, or stalking. Research suggests that victims who work with a counselor or advocate heal more quickly and experience less postsecondary trauma.
University Counseling Service (for students): (319) 335-7294
Faculty and Staff Services/Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (for faculty and staff): (319) 335-2085
Women's Resource and Action Center: (319) 335-1486
Rape Victim Advocacy Program (RVAP): (319) 335-6000
Education and consultation
Within the scope of confidential support available to persons impacted by sexual misconduct, dating/domestic violence, or stalking, all members of the university community have access to the following resources with specialized expertise that can be helpful with decision making.
Office of the Ombudsperson: (319) 335-3608
Women's Resource and Action Center: (319) 335-1486
Rape Victim Advocacy Program (RVAP): (319) 335-6000