Resources
At GSAIMS we believe that science is for everyone.
If you are in need of student advocates and allies, we are here for you. Your safety and well-being is our priority.
You can reach out to us even if you are not a part of the Department of Genome Sciences or the University of Washington.
Support Resources at UW
UW Safe Campus Program : catch-all resource center for suicide prevention, assault, depression, abuse, etc.)
UW Sexual Assault Resources : provides counseling, medical care, and community resources
UW Counseling Resources : a variety of mental health resources at UW
UW Title IX Resources : catch-all resource for navigating and filing a Title IX report
UW Office of the Ombud : obtain a confidential advocate for students to discuss their situation and develop a plan for the future
UW Diversity and Inclusion Resources : campus-wide resource for diversity and inclusion initiatives
UW Non-Discrimination and Sexual Harassment Policy
For medical emergencies, dial '911' and/or go to the nearest Emergency Room
Parental Leave at UW : policies on parental leave at UW
Childcare at UW : options for childcare available at UW
Genome Sciences Resource Page : resources accessible on the Department of Genome Scienes main page
Support Resources Outside of UW
King County 24-Hour Crisis Line
King County Sexual Assault Resource Center
Washington Coalition of Sexual Assault Programs
Seattle City Women’s Commission Resource Page
Seattle City LGBTQ Commission Resources
Seattle Office for Civil Rights
Websites Focused on Abuses of Power in Academia
Addressing Sexual Harassment in Academia
Student-made 'Zine' on Power Abuse in Academia
Recommended Twitter Accounts to Follow