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Resources

For Resources Immediately Following an Assault, including Confidential Emotional Support, Law Enforcement, Evidence Collection and Immediate Medical Care: AB 1968 Information

If you are in the midst of any kind of emergency, immediate harm or threat of harm CALL 9-1-1

On Campus Resources

The Office for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination 

Provides parties with supportive measures, resources, and resolution options.  If you need assistance accessing your education or work place, please contact OPHD. 

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

Student Health Center
Can provide STI testing after unwanted sexual encounters. SHC does not report to OPHD, but they report to the police any injuries they treat related to sexual or relationship violence.

  • (707) 664-2921

University Police
To report criminal behavior (sexual misconduct and harassment may be investigated by both, just one, or neither UPD and OPHD) and for escorts.

  • (707) 664-4444

The HUB Cultural Center
Hosts different activities, events and groups related to diversity and inclusion

  • (707) 664-4247

Dean of Students
Oversees the CARE team. Submit a student of concern report to the CARE Team for a variety of reasons such as concern over emotional or physical well being, struggling with academics, or transition to campus.

Disability Services for Students
Disability Services for Students (DSS) ensures equal access to students with disabilities by providing appropriate accommodations and specialized support services, and by providing guidance to faculty, staff, and the campus community.

  • Phone number: (707) 664-2677 (dial 711 for Relay)
  • Fax number: (707) 664-3330
  • [email protected]

DREAM Center

The Dreamers, Resource, Empowerment, Advocacy, Mentorship (DREAM) Center supports and advances the academic, personal, and professional development of undocumented students and allies by providing a safe, centralized space for services and resources.

Center for Academic Access & Student Enrichment
The Center for Academic Access and Student Enrichment serves as a resource hub for underrepresented and underserved students at Sonoma State University. 

Financial Aid Office
The Financial Aid Office at SSU is committed to assisting current and prospective students with the financial aid process in obtaining funds for college through federal, state and institutional sources.

Empathia -  Employee Assistance Program

Human Resources - Labor and Employee Relations  

  • (707) 664-2212

Faculty Affairs

Off Campus Resources

Verity
Local sexual assault and rape crisis center, available 24/7, 365

  • (707) 545-7273

Family Justice Center (Sonoma County)
Can assist with services such as obtaining restraining orders, victim advocacy, and access to safe houses.

  • (707) 565-8255

Local Police 

  • 911

YWCA
Provides assistance to victims of interpersonal violence

  • (707) 546-1234

Sonoma County District Attorney - Victim Services Division

  • (707) 565-2311

Local Hospitals 

Sutter Health 

  • Provides SART exams for sexual assault victims
  • (707) 576-4000

Free or Reduced Legal Aid in Sonoma County

Legal Aid of Sonoma County

The Superior Court of California (County of Sonoma)