UHS Survivor Services provides free, confidential support services to UW–Madison student survivors of sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, sexual harassment, sexual exploitation, and/or stalking. For a comprehensive guide to rights and resources for survivors of sexual and relationship violence, access the UW–Madison Sexual Misconduct Resource and Response Guide.
How does UHS Survivor Services support student survivors?
Connect with Support
- Email: survivorservices@uhs.wisc.edu
- 608-265-5600 (option 3)
- Log in to MyUHS or download the MyUHS app to schedule an appointment
- Crisis Lines
Events
- July
- July 9
- July 16
Our Services
Advocacy
Assistance with accommodations, information about rights and reporting options, accompaniments, referrals, and consultations.
Mental Health
Trauma-informed group counseling, individual therapy, and care management to support healing and post-traumatic growth.
Medical
Care for STI testing and treatment, emergency contraception, and treatment of injuries.
Crisis Lines
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UHS Mental Health Services
UHS Mental Health Services offers no-cost, confidential mental health support for UW-Madison students. Services include individual, couple/partner, and group counseling, crisis counseling, psychiatry services, telehealth visits, and drop-in services. To schedule an appointment call 608-265-5600 (option 2) or log in to MyUHS.
RCC Sexual Violence Resource Center
The RCC Sexual Violence Resource Center is a community agency providing free and confidential services for survivors of all forms of sexual violence, including medical and legal advocacy, support groups, short-term counseling, and community education. Chimera self-defense classes are available for a small fee.
Contact:
- 24-hour crisis line: 608-251-7273
- Campus location: 608-265-6389
Domestic Violence Intervention Services (DAIS)
Domestic Abuse Intervention Services is an off-campus community agency providing free and confidential services for survivors of dating/domestic violence, stalking, including emergency shelter, legal advocacy, community education, and support groups. For 24/7 support call: 608-251-4445.
Request an advocacy outreach event
Survivor Services staff are available to facilitate an outreach event focused on resources and supporting survivors.
Reporting Options
To Law Enforcement
When making a report to law enforcement, you can report to either the UW–Madison Police Department or the Madison Police Department, depending on whether the incident happened on or off-campus. Any police department that receives a report will assist the victim/survivor in making sure the report is filed with the right department. UWPD will generally share reports with the Title IX Coordinator if anyone named in the report is officially connected with UW–Madison.
To Campus
You can report directly to either the Title IX Coordinator or the Office of Student Assistance and Support. The Title IX Coordinator receives reports of sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating/domestic violence, and stalking and works to make sure that all parties involved receive available support and referrals. The Office of Student Assistance and Support also receives reports, works with the Title IX Coordinator, and provides support to students who are impacted.
Population-Specific Services
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Deaf Unity
Deaf Unity employs a staff of deaf individuals who use American Sign Language to support and advocate for deaf victims of abuse. They listen to victims’ experiences, offer emotional and moral support, and empower them with information and strategies for safety and independence. They also provide resources for concerned friends and family and accompany victims to court or medical appointments. All services are free and confidential.
Freedom, Inc.
Freedom, Inc. offers tailored services for women, gender non-conforming individuals, and youth from African American and Southeast Asian families. They support victims and survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault through advocacy, outreach, referrals, and direct support for both individuals and their families. All services are free and confidential.
Room To Be Safe
Room to Be Safe Anti-violence Program serves LGBTQ survivors of violence (intimate partner, sexual, hate violence, bullying, as well as religious, police and state sanctioned violence) throughout Wisconsin.
Disability Rights Wisconsin
Disability Rights Wisconsin provides support and advocacy services to disabled survivors of crime. Services include victim advocacy, disability services assistance, legal advice, and emotional support.
UNIDOS Against Domestic Violence
UNIDOS provides culturally relevant, confidential and bilingual support to individuals and families so they can overcome the challenges of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking.
Legal Assistance
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The State Bar of Wisconsin: Lawyer Referral Service
The State Bar of Wisconsin can help identify the most appropriate resource for legal needs.
Community Justice, Inc.
Community Justice, Inc. is a non-profit law firm that helps provide free legal advice and representation to survivors of sexual assault, utilizing a network of pro bono attorneys for this program. The UW Survivors Legal Program is available to assist with various legal needs of survivors, including restraining orders, reporting to law enforcement, criminal justice proceedings, and campus disciplinary proceedings.
Rise Law Center
Rise Law Center is a non-profit law office that provides culturally relevant legal representation in the following areas: family law, restraining orders, and immigration needs, including U-Visas, T-Visas, and VAWA self petitions.
Restraining Order and Survivor Advocacy (ROSA)
The Restraining Order and Survivor Advocacy (ROSA) provides direct legal services to victims/survivors of intimate-partner violence in Dane, Jefferson, Rock and Sauk Counties. Law students assist victims/survivors of intimate-partner violence by completing Restraining Order petitions, representing them at restraining-order hearings, and providing relevant resources under the supervision of experienced clinical faculty. The clinic provides services with no cost to the victim/survivor.
Dane County District Attorney’s Office
Dane County District Attorney’s Office, Victim Witness Unit provides services to victims of criminal cases that are referred to the District Attorney for prosecution.