Violence Prevention

Violence in any form is unacceptable. At CSU, safety and wellness is paramount. If you or someone you know is experiencing violence, you have options:

• April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Click here to learn more.
• Reach out to the CSU Counseling Center by calling 216.687.2277
• Connect with CARE via email at magnusacts@csuohio.edu
• The Office of Institutional Equity (OIE) can offer support
• Health & Wellness Services are available on site should you need medical care
• Student Wellness offers training, resources, and Peer Educators
• CSU PD is available to discuss police options by calling 216.687.2020. You can also report violent activity through (216) 5BE-SAFE (523-7233)

There are many off-campus resources as well:

• Journey Center for Safety and Healing provides information and services for domestic violence, child abuse, and more. They have a 24-hour helpline 216.391.4357 (HELP)
• Frontline Service in Cleveland has resources to support individuals who have experienced violence as well as those who have witnessed or been exposed to violence. Their 24/7 crisis hotline is 216.623.6888 and they have a chat option
• RAINN is the Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network. RAINN works to help survivors, educate the public, improve public policy, and offers training and consultation. They also have a 24-hour hotline at 800.656.4673 (HOPE) as well as a live chat
• The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers a wide variety of resources around violence prevention
• The US Department of Justice Violence Reduction Response Center also offers resources and toolkits.

If you're unsure what to do, contact CARE and they will discuss options with you. Their email is MagnusACTS@csuohio.edu