Join the Student Health and Counseling Center in recognition of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

We know that home is not safe for everyone. Victims and survivors of violence have been disproportionately impacted by the pandemic and its effects — lockdowns, quarantines, financial and health crises and isolation. Before the pandemic, one in three women worldwide experienced physical or sexual violence mostly by an intimate partner. Since the outbreak of COVID-19, reports show that all types of violence, particularly domestic violence, has increased.

If you would like to learn how to support victims and survivors, attend "How to Help a Friend." This virtual presentation is available to Fresno State students, staff and faculty, and will help you gain the tools for how to respond when someone discloses interpersonal violence to you. It is a helpful training to have before the "Take Back the Night" event on Oct. 19.

Event: How to Help a Friend
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 13
Time: 9 a.m.
Join on Zoom: bit.ly/fshelpafriend

You can also request training for your class, office or department.

Additional information on campus resources and options can be found at fresnostate.edu/titleix.

If you or someone you know is dealing with domestic/dating violence, contact Fresno County local hotline, the Marjaree Mason Center at 559.233.4357 or the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800.799.7233. Fresno State students, staff and faculty can also contact the Campus Confidential Survivor Advocate, Mindy Kates at 559.278.6896 or survivoradvocate@csufresno.edu.