Victim Advocacy and Violence Prevention
Location:
Student Center 217D
Hours:
Monday–Friday
8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Contact:
vavp@regis.edu
Victim Advocacy and Violence Prevention
The Victim Advocacy and Violence Prevention Department (VAVP) works to create a campus where healthy relationships and respect are the norm. We support students, faculty and staff through education, resources and opportunities for healing.
We aim to build a safe community where everyone feels valued and empowered to heal and thrive.
Education
VAVP presents prevention programs that address the root causes of issues, not just the symptoms. We educate through:
- Events
- Tabling
- Workshops
- Presentations
- Book Studies
To request a presentation, please complete this form.
Healing
Going through a tough experience or relationship can take a real toll. At VAVP, we know how important healing is — and our community doesn’t have to go through it alone. Some of the ways we support healing include:
- Confidential Advocate
- AcuWellness
- Crisis Support
- Small Groups
Violence Prevention Educators
VAVP's Peer Educators (VPEs) work collaboratively to develop programming while providing valuable education to their peers. Continuous training ensures they stay informed and equipped to address evolving issues.
Our Guiding Principles
Community
A culture of mutual support and connection makes our campus safer for all.
Acceptance
We aim to create a space where everyone feels respected, supported and treated with care — no matter their background or experiences.
Autonomy
Every individual deserves to have their unique needs and desires recognized and respected.
View national, local, and campus resources available to all community members of Regis.
Advocacy and Support Services
The Victim Advocacy and Violence Prevention Team consists of a full-time, confidential advocate. Our advocate provides a wide array of supportive services for survivors of sexual assault, intimate partner violence, stalking, sexual harassment and gender-based harassment.
We Can Provide
Crisis Support
We’re here to listen and help you process what happened or what’s happening. You might be feeling a lot of things — that’s okay. We offer empathy, validation and support, and we can also advocate on your behalf if that’s helpful.
Medical Advocacy
If you’re thinking about seeking medical care after an assault, we can walk you through what to expect at the hospital or health center. We can also go with you and support you throughout the process.
Academic Advocacy
Going through something hard can affect your classes. We can reach out to professors to request extensions, excused absences or other academic accommodations.
Support with Reporting
If you’re thinking about reporting to the university, the police or both, we can explain your options and support you through the entire process — from your first questions to the end of an investigation.
For more information on reporting:
Safety Planning
If you’re feeling unsafe, we can help you create a plan that works for you. That might include university Supportive Measures or help accessing a protection order through the courts.
Housing Support
If your current housing doesn’t feel safe — whether the harm happened there or the person who harmed you lives there — we can help you explore other housing options, on or off campus.
Other Advocacy
Need help with something else? We can write letters of support for things like emergency aid, late withdrawals or other situations where an advocate’s voice can help.
Referrals
We’ll always do our best to support you directly — and if someone else in the community is better positioned to help, we’ll connect you.
VAVP: Your Trusted Partner and Support
Anyone in the Regis community who has experienced sexual harassment, violence, stalking, sexual exploitation or is in a confusing or unhealthy relationship can get resources and support right away or at any time in the future — weeks, months or even years later.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anyone in the Regis community who has experienced sexual harassment, violence, stalking, sexual exploitation or is in a confusing or unhealthy relationship can get resources and support right away or at any time in the future — weeks, months or even years later.
You can do either! You can book an appointment here or walk in. The VAVP office is on the second floor of the Student Center — 217D. Please email vavp@regis.edu or call Christy at 303.964.5143 if you have questions.
The victim advocate does not provide therapy. However, the victim advocate provides crisis intervention, advocacy, support and referrals to counseling resources. The victim advocate can assist in connecting you to resources for therapy on campus and in the community.
No. The victim advocate is a confidential resource, which means they will not share any information with anyone unless they assess that you are a harm to yourself or others. If you would like your advocate to be able to speak about your situation to anyone else, they will request that you give written permission to do so before contacting others.
The victim advocate will assess your immediate needs. You are not required to share any information you do not want to share. Survivors and support people come in for a variety of reasons. This includes but is not limited to:
- Assistance in defining an experience
- Help with emotional processing
- Guidance in considering options and resources available to you on and off-campus
- Facilitating academic, medical, legal and housing advocacy and support