Our office will be open during normal business hours on Monday, Dec. 23 and closing early at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 24.
We will be closed from Wednesday, Dec. 25–Wednesday, Jan. 1. We will return to normal hours on Thursday, Jan. 2.
Winter break hours
Seek help for sexual violence
The Office for Sexual Violence Prevention and Victim Advocacy provides support to students who are impacted by sexual assault, harassment, discrimination, relationship violence, stalking, or other threats to personal safety on the Indiana University campus. Students, staff, and faculty can request tailored workshops on a variety of topics.
While our goal is to prevent sexual violence, we also have staff who provide confidential victim advocacy and support to IU Bloomington students.
Office for Sexual Violence Prevention and Victim Advocacy
506 N FessBloomington, IN 47405
- Phone: 812-856-6687
- Email: osvpva@iu.edu
In emergencies, call 911
Please call 911 if you are in immediate danger. If you are not in immediate danger but need a law enforcement officer, call IU or city police.
- IU Police Department: 812-855-4111
- Bloomington Police Department: 812-339-4477
Confidential Victim Advocates
Confidential Victim Advocates are specially trained advocates who help students who have experienced sexual misconduct, including sexual assault, rape, sexual harassment, dating/domestic violence, or stalking. Your Confidential Victim Advocate can help address any safety, academic, or other university-related concerns and assist you in making a report, if you choose.
If you would like to speak with a Confidential Victim Advocate, call 812-856-2469 or email cva@indiana.edu.
Sexual Assault Crisis Service
The Sexual Assault Crisis Service helps students who have experienced a sexual assault. Part of Counseling and Psychological Services, the Sexual Assault Crisis Service is staffed by counselors who specialize in working with students who have experienced sexual violence. All services are free, including crisis consultation, individual and group counseling, and assistance with referrals for medical care.
Learn about the Sexual Assault Crisis ServiceKnow about consent
Sex without consent is sexual assault. Know how to identify sexual assault, sexual misconduct, and consent with Indiana University’s Sexual Misconduct Policy and definitions.