Title IX and other resources at UW
What is Title IX?
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is a federal law that states: “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”
Title IX, Washington State law, and University of Washington policy prohibit discrimination based on sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, pregnant or parenting status, and LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer) identity.
UW resources related to responding to sex- and gender-based violence
“Know your rights & resources” guide
The Office of Title IX Investigation Office has put together a “Know your rights & resources” guide for students and employees who experience sexual assault, stalking, relationship or intimate partner violence, sexual harassment, and/or other sexual misconduct. The Know Your Rights & Resources guide is intended for any member of the University community who has experienced sexual assault, stalking, relationship or intimate partner violence, sexual harassment, or sex- or gender-based discrimination. The guide provides important information on resources and reporting options so that individuals can decide what feels right for their situation.
Making a report to the University
Support and resources are available to every member of the UW community, at all campuses and locations, whether or not an investigation is requested. If you submit a report via the online Title IX reporting form, Title IX staff will provide information about supportive measures, explain formal and informal options, and provide referrals to additional resources.
Students can also make an appointment with a confidential advocate to explore these options.
Link to Calendly booking system for the VPA.Title IX Investigation Office
The Title IX Investigation Office takes complaints that a student has violated the sexual misconduct provisions of the Student Conduct Code. They can be reached at 206-616-5334 or titleix@uw.edu.
Civil Rights Investigation Office
The Civil Rights Investigation Office takes complaints concerning the behavior of University employees, including faculty, staff, and student employees at all UW locations. They can be reached at (206) 616-2028 or cr-investigations@uw.edu.
Making a report to the police
You have the right to report to the police, or to the University, or to both, or to neither. It is completely up to you. If you choose to report to the police, it is likely that the report will need to be made to the police department that has jurisdiction where the incident(s) occurred. You have the right to have an advocate with you when you make the report and for any subsequent interviews. An advocate can help you determine which police department can take your report. Or, if you prefer, you can call the non-emergency number for your local police department and ask them to help you determine jurisdiction.