Welcome to the Office for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination at Sonoma State. OPHD is a resource, prevention, education, and response office focusing on sexual misconduct, sexual harassment, dating and domestic violence, stalking, harassment and discrimination based on protected status, and retaliation. We also provide Restorative Practices options for campus. It is our commitment to the Seawolf community that we will work to provide an environment that is safe and equitable for all.
OPHD is comprised of three units:
Reporting Information and Options
All Students and Employees have the right to participate fully in CSU programs, activities, and employment free from Discrimination, Harassment, Sexual Misconduct, Sexual Exploitation, Dating Violence, Domestic Violence, Stalking, and Retaliation. If you or others you know have experienced any of the acts mentioned above, please contact OPHD by submitting an online concern or by email. A member of our Civil Rights/Title IX team will reach out to you and provide information as it relates to supportive measures to assist you in accessing your educational or work environment and explain different resolution options. The campus and our surrounding community have additional resources to assist those experiencing stress and trauma.
Both individuals who may have experienced harm and Responsible Employees should use this form. Please note that submissions using this form might not be reviewed outside of normal business hours. If there is an immediate risk to health or safety, please call 911 or University Police at 707-664-4444.
This log-in is intended for users who previously created an account with Case IQ to access their previously submitted concerns. It does not use your campus log-in credentials. If you are making a new report to the campus Title IX and Civil Rights Office (even if this is not your first time reporting), please use the "Report a Concern" link above instead.
After receiving this report, a staff member will contact the person who may have experienced the alleged misconduct to schedule an intake meeting to discuss campus and community resources, Supportive Measures, and options to address the reported behavior. Please note that the information submitted using this form is not considered confidential. However, OPHD will maintain the privacy of all parties involved and treat all information with sensitivity and care. If you prefer to speak to someone confidentially prior to contacting OPHD, please see the list of confidential resources below.
If you are unsure about providing details in this report and would like to discuss resources and options before sharing details, please email the Civil Rights/Title IX Team or call 707-664-2480. This form may be submitted anonymously by leaving the fields asking for identifying information blank. The University's ability to respond may be limited if this form is submitted anonymously.
Any person (student, faculty, staff, third party) may make a report directly to OPHD using any of the following methods:
- Complete and submit this form with as much information as desired.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone call: 707-664-2480
- Schedule an Appointment by providing your available times to meet by emailing the Civil Rights/Title IX Team or calling 707-664-2480.
This report does not automatically initiate an Investigation. It provides you with an opportunity to inform the Civil Rights/Title IX Team of your experience and to receive supportive measures and information about your options. If you choose to file a Complaint, the information provided in this report may be used to form the initial basis of your Complaint.
Below is a list of confidential resources:
- CAPS: Counseling and Psychological Services: Provides confidential counseling and psychological support to students. Support is available 24/7 by calling (707) 664-2153.
- Sonoma State University Confidential Sexual Assault Advocate: Supports people who have experienced sexual misconduct, relationship violence, and stalking. They can be reached via email or (707) 664-2698.
- Empathia - Employee Assistance Program: SSU employees (including student employees) have confidential access to LifeMatters by Empathia. To receive confidential services 24 hours a day, call 800-367-7474.
- Verity: Serves survivors of Sexual Assault and Trafficking in Sonoma County. They have professional sexual assault advocates who will support a survivor of sexual assault through their journey of healing and recovery in the way that is right for them, including a Crisis and support line that is available 24 hours a day at (707) 545-7273.
- YWCA: The YWCA Sonoma County provides services to those in emergency domestic violence situations as well as those in general need of resources. All services are available to women, men and children regardless of sexual orientation and services are conducted in a safe and confidential environment. (707) 546-1234
Relevant Links
- Interim CSU Policy Prohibiting Discrimination, Harassment, Sexual Misconduct, Sexual Exploitation, Dating Violence, Domestic Violence, Stalking, and Retaliation (Superseded from CSU Executive Orders 1095, 1096, and 1097)
- systemwide policy explaining student, employee and third-party rights, defining prohibited conduct, and describing procedures for resolving complaints.
- AB 1968 Information
- For Resources Immediately Following an Assault, including Confidential Emotional Support, Law Enforcement, Evidence Collection and Immediate Medical Care
- Rights and Options for Victims of Sexual Misconduct, Sexual Assault, Sexual Exploitation, Dating Violence, Domestice Violence and Stalking
- Important information outlining Rights and Options for impacted parties. This document contains a great deal of information and resources. If you have any questions, OPHD can answer any questions and provide resources
Notice of Non-Discrimination
See the Compliance page for the updated Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex.
Summer Programs for Employees:
JUNE
- Wednesday, June 10, 2 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. | Revitalize Series: Intro to Be Well Wednesdays | Join us for this introductory gathering focused on employee restorative wellness, encouragement, and community support. (After intro session, will continue on 1st Wednesdays starting in August)
- Monday, June 22, 11 a.m. – Noon | Summer Conflict Navigator Series: The Art of the Circle (Day 1) | Discover how to build campus community through connection and collaboration while learning the foundational structure of circles.
- Tuesday, June 23, 11 a.m. – Noon | Summer Conflict Navigator Series: Navigating the Friction (Day 2) | An interactive session providing tools to manage workplace disruptions and everyday tension effectively to keep collaborative communication open.
- Wednesday, June 24, 11 a.m. – Noon | Summer Conflict Navigator Series: Restorative Conferencing & Repair (Day 3) | Learn how to facilitate collaborative ownership of interpersonal disruptions with agreements and path-forward planning.
JULY
- Monday, July 13, Noon – 12:45 p.m. | Restoring Your Well Series: Finding Your Well (Session 1) | An interactive and experiential community space for employees exploring practical ways of finding your well amidst workplace demands.
- Wednesday, July 15, 2 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. | Revitalize Series: Intro to Be Well Wednesdays | Join us for this introductory gathering focused on employee restorative wellness, encouragement, and community support. (After intro session, will continue on 1st Wednesdays starting in August)
- Monday, July 20, Noon – 12:45 p.m. | Restoring Your Well Series: Defining Your Good (Session 2) | An interactive and experiential space focused on self-awareness, personal resilience, and defining your good for healthy boundaries.
- Monday, July 20, 1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. | C.A.R.E. & Community Series: Compassion (Day 1) | A reflective session for employees focused on cultivating compassion for yourself and your colleagues within the campus environment.
- Tuesday, July 21, 1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. | C.A.R.E. & Community Series: Advocacy (Day 2) | Examine the role of advocacy in a restorative environment, focusing on how employees can speak up respectfully and support others effectively.
- Wednesday, July 22, 1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. | C.A.R.E. & Community Series: Responsibility (Day 3) | Explore personal and collective ownership, learning how a shared sense of responsibility strengthens professional teams.
- Thursday, July 23, 1 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. | C.A.R.E. & Community Series: Encouragement (Day 4) | Conclude this series with a deep dive into encouragement, exploring how uplifting peer support fosters a more positive campus climate.
- Friday, July 24, Noon – 12:45 p.m. | [Zoom] Revitalize Series: Inaugural Restorative Reset Fridays | Take a break at your desk for gentle, chair-based restorative themed movement on Zoom to ease physical tension and reset your mind.
- Monday, July 27, Noon – 12:45 p.m. | Restoring Your Well Series: Embracing Your Greatness (Session 3) | An interactive, experiential closing session exploring strategies to sustain your personal growth and fully embrace your greatness.
AUGUST
- Wednesday, August 5, 2 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. | Revitalize Series: Be Well Wednesdays | Our monthly community circle dedicated to sustaining restorative wellness, ongoing encouragement, and support for campus staff.
- Wednesday, August 12, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. | Summer Conflict Navigator - Half-Day Training | An afternoon offering to discover how to build campus community through connection and collaboration. Learn how to de-escalate and manage workplace disruptions and everyday tension effectively using active restorative tools. Discover practical frameworks to facilitate collaborative ownership and repair professional relationships with agreements.
- Friday, August 14, Noon – 12:45 p.m. | [Zoom] Revitalize Series: Intro to Restorative Reset Fridays | A virtual midday wellness break featuring gentle, chair-based restorative themed movement to restore focus and promote healthy body alignment. (after intro session, will continue on 3rd Fridays starting in September)