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Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ Reporting

Sexual or Gender-Based Harassment or Misconduct

Vanderbilt prohibits all forms of sexual misconduct and discrimination. The äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾’s Title IX Office will take prompt and effective action to address all allegations of sexual misconduct and discrimination.

 

Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ is committed to equal opportunity and to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all members of the äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ community (including students, faculty, staff, postdocs, and trainees), guests, and visitors. The äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ prohibits and seeks to eliminate all forms of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment and sexual assault.

 

Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾’s and the Formal Grievance Protocol outline the procedures that apply to allegations of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, involving members of the Vanderbilt community. It is applicable to all members of the Vanderbilt community with respect to conduct that occurs on campus or conduct that occurs off-campus that has an on-campus effect, including conduct in connection with äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ programs or activities or that otherwise interferes with or limits the ability of a member of the community to participate in or to receive benefits, services, or opportunities from the äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBվ’s programs or activities.

 

This reporting system is for activities and concerns related toÌýVanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾. Should you wish to report an incident related to Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ Medical Center (VUMC) or one of its clinics or hospitals, report to VUMC’s IntegrityLine (hotline), which can be found on the VUMC Healthcare Compliance and IntegrityÌý.

 

For more information on how to report an incident of sexual misconduct or harassment, please follow the instructions below.

Ways to Report Sexual Misconduct

  • Access Resources with Project Safe
    • Project Safe serves as a central resource for those impacted by sexual and intimate partner violence and can assist with navigating Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBվ’s resource and support network (including the äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ Counseling Center, Student Health Center, the Title IX Office, Equal Opportunity and Access, the Employee Assistance Program, and the Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ Police Department), as well as external support and law enforcement resources.
    • The Project Safe Center provides information, support, referrals, and education about sexual and intimate partner violence (including sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking) and gender and sexual harassment, as well as consent, healthy relationships, and healthy sexuality to the Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ community.
    • Project Safe is available 24 hours a day via its crisis/support hotline (615) 322-7233.
    • For non-urgent matters, please call the Project Safe office line (615) 875-0660 or email projectsafe@vanderbilt.edu
    • The Project Safe Office is located at:
      • 2304H Vanderbilt Place, Nashville, TN 37203
      • The Office is in the Cumberland House on West Side Row. There is metered public parking near Project Safe available along West End Avenue. For driving information and locations of public parking, please visit Vanderbilt Transportation and ParkingÌýfor details about visitor parking, or download theÌýVanderbilt mobile app.
      • For assistance locating the Project Safe Office, please refer to the
    • Project Safe hours of operation are:
      • Advocacy Drop-in Hours (No Appointment Necessary): Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
      • Appointments Available: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.Ìý
    • In an emergency, in addition to the resources provided by Project Safe, the following services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week:
  • File a Report with the Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ Police Department
    • If you experience an emergency, need to report a crime, or need immediate assistance, contact emergency services byÌýcalling 911ÌýorÌýVanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ Police at (615) 322-2745.
    • Information and services available to victims of crime can be found on the page of the Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ Public Safety website. Information on topics such as safety planning, liaison services, counseling, medical care, obtaining orders of protection, and more can be found there.
  • File a Report with Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾'s Title IX Office
    • A report of sexual misconduct or harassment can be filed with Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾'s Title IX Office by:
      • Completing an online with Vanderbilt's Title IX Office
    • Questions about reporting sexual misconduct on campus may be directed to:
    • Additional resources or information about reporting sexual misconduct or harassment can be found at:
      • Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾'s Title IX website
      • Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾'s Title IX FAQ website
      • Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾'s Title IX Policies website
      • Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾'s Police Department's website
  • File a Report with Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾'s Compliance Helpline (RealResponse)

    RealResponseÌýis a secure reporting system that supports real-time, anonymous communication via the RealResponse web platform, text message, WhatsApp, or email. Vanderbilt's äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ Compliance Services Team uses RealResponse so individuals can submit concerns and receive follow‑up information or resources while keeping their identity protected, if they choose.

    Reports may be submittedÌýanonymouslyÌýorÌýconfidentially.

    • Anonymous Report:Ìýincludes no identifying information and cannot be traced to the reporter.
    • Confidential Report: includes the reporter’s identity, which is protected but may be disclosed when required by law, to address health or safety concerns, or to comply with obligations such as Title IX or the Clery Act. Please consider these limits when choosing a reporting option.

    DoÌýnot use this system to report emergencies or situations posing an immediate threat to life or property. Reports submitted here may not receive an immediate response. For emergency assistance, contact local authorities. This reporting system is for activities and concerns related toÌýVanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾. Should you wish to report an incident related to Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ Medical Center (VUMC) or one of its clinics or hospitals, report to VUMC’s IntegrityLine (hotline), which can be found on the VUMC Healthcare Compliance and IntegrityÌý.

    Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ reviews every report and takes appropriate action. Providing as much detail as possible helps support a thorough review. In most cases, findings and any resulting actions must remain confidential and cannot be shared with the reporter.

    Submit an online report with RealResponse:

    • Submit anÌý
    • Submit aÌý
    • Anonymously Text a Report: 1-833-928-2639
      • RealResponse conceals the Reporter's phone number from Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ personnel.Ìý
    • Anonymously Text a Report viaÌý
      • RealResponse conceals the Reporter's phone number from Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ personnel.Ìý
    • Anonymously Email a Report:ÌýVanderbiltReporting@vanderbilt.realresponse.com
      • RealResponse conceals the Reporter's email from Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ personnel.