Dear Yellow Jackets, 

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. We wanted to take this opportunity to remind you that at Georgia Tech, the safety and welfare of our students is a responsibility we collectively share. Sexual misconduct, dating and relationship violence, stalking, and other forms of interpersonal harm have no place in our community, and we take reports of these behaviors seriously. 

Each of us has a role to play in creating and sustaining a community where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect — by ensuring consent, looking out for one another, speaking up when something is wrong, and knowing how to connect someone with help. 

Know How to Report 

Students who experience or witness sexual misconduct have several options for reporting: 

• Reports can be made to the Office of Equal Opportunity, Compliance & Conflict Management, which coordinates Georgia Tech’s response to allegations of sexual misconduct and other prohibited conduct. 
• Students may report incidents of violent behavior to the Dean of Students Office. 
• All safety concerns may be reported to the Georgia Tech Police Department at 404-894-2500. 

A Reminder About Mandatory Reporting

Georgia Tech employees have responsibilities when they learn about possible sexual misconduct. With limited exceptions for designated confidential resources, employees who receive information about possible sexual misconduct involving a student are required to report that information through the appropriate Institute channels. 

If you choose to share an experience with a faculty or staff member, they may be required to report it. Confidential resources through VOICE are available for students who want to discuss an experience and explore their options without filing a report. 

Support Is Available 

Students can access support regardless of whether they decide to pursue a formal report: 

• VOICE Advocates provide confidential support, advocacy, information, and help navigating options and resources. 
• The Center for Mental Health Care & Resources provides mental health support at 404-894-2575. 
• The Dean of Students Office can connect students with resources and support at 404-894-2565. 
• The Office of Equal Opportunity, Compliance & Conflict Management can provide information about reporting, supportive measures, and resolution options at 404-894-7177. 
• For emergencies or immediate safety concerns, contact the Georgia Tech Police Department at 404-894-2500 or call 911. 

Prevention Is a Community Responsibility 

Georgia Tech provides year-round education on sexual violence prevention, consent, healthy relationships, bystander intervention, and community accountability. All new undergraduate and graduate students are required to complete Sexual Assault Prevention Training, and additional education is available through the Wellness Empowerment Center, BRAVE Peer Educators, and the Office of Equal Opportunity, Compliance & Conflict Management. 

Policies and programs matter, but ultimately our culture is shaped by how we treat one another and how we respond when someone needs help. We ask every Yellow Jacket to take that responsibility seriously and help sustain a community where safety, respect, and care for others are expected. 

In progress and service,