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
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King County Sexual Assault Resource Center
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Washington Coalition of Sexual Assault Programs
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Seattle City Women’s Commission Resource Page
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Seattle City LGBTQ Commission Resources
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Seattle Office for Civil Rights
Websites Focused on Abuses of Power in Academia
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Addressing Sexual Harassment in Academia
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Student-made 'Zine' on Power Abuse in Academia
Recommended Twitter Accounts to Follow
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