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If recent conversations about sexual assault, relationship violence or stalking have been difficult, you are not alone. Feelings such as sadness, anger, numbness or distraction are understandable. Be gentle with yourself and seek the support that feels right for you.

You do not have to navigate a safety concern, crisis or reporting decision alone. The following resources are available to University of Washington students.

Need help now?

  • Emergency: Call or text 911.
  • Husky HelpLine: Call 206-616-7777 for confidential, 24/7 crisis support for students on all three UW campuses. Support is available in multiple languages by phone or through the Telus Health app.
  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 anytime. Visit UW crisis services for additional support options.
  • King County Sexual Assault Resource Center: Call 1-888-998-6423 24/7.
  • Harborview Abuse & Trauma Center: Call 206-744-1600 to reach 24/7 advocates. Sexual assault nurse exams are available around the clock at Harborview, UW Medical Center – Montlake and UW Medical Center – Northwest.
  • DV Hopeline: Call 206-737-0242 from 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. Overnight calls are directed to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.
  • Pierce County Rebuilding Hope Sexual Assault Center: Call 1-855-757-7273 24/7.

Safety support

SafeCampus provides support, safety planning and connections to campus and community resources for students at all UW locations. You can consult with SafeCampus anonymously.

  • Phone: 206-685-7233
  • Email: safecampus@uw.edu
  • Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., excluding UW holidays

SafeCampus is not an emergency service. For immediate danger, call or text 911. For additional after-hours resources, visit the UW after-hours safety resources page.

Confidential advocacy and support

Confidential advocates can help you understand your options, plan for safety and decide whether you want to make a report. Advocacy is free and available regardless of when the harm occurred.

Visit the UW Sexual Assault Resources page for advocacy, medical care, counseling, safety planning, reporting options and information about supporting someone else.

Counseling and mental health support

The UW Counseling Center provides counseling and support for students. You can also call the Husky HelpLine at 206-616-7777 for 24/7 crisis support.

Husky Assist offers in-person mental health and substance use support on the Seattle campus, including support for survivors.

  • Hours: Monday-Friday, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
  • Phone: 206-543-9331

Transportation and walking escorts

  • The SafeZone app connects students with UW Police and can share your location during a walk. Sign in with your UW NetID.
  • Husky SafeTrip: Free night rides are available from 6:30 p.m. – 2 a.m. Call 206-685-9255.
  • NightRide: This fare-free shuttle is available for Husky Card holders on weeknights from 8 p.m. to about 1:30 a.m. during the academic year. Pickups are available at eight campus stops.

Reporting options

The Civil Rights & Title IX Report Form is UW’s central reporting channel for discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct and retaliation.

If you choose to report, the Civil Rights Compliance Office can provide support, explain resolution options and help identify next steps. Reports can be made anonymously in many cases.

Visit the Office of the Title IX Coordinator to learn more about Title IX rights and resources.

Campus community

  • Seattle: The Q Center in HUB 315 welcomes LGBTQIA+ and allied students.

How to support someone else

If someone tells you about an experience of sexual assault, relationship violence or stalking:

  • Listen and thank them for trusting you.
  • Let them know that support is available.
  • Avoid pressuring them to report or take a specific action.
  • Remember that you do not need to have all the answers.

You can help connect them with:

  • SafeCampus: Call 206-685-7233 to discuss safety concerns and next steps. Calls can be anonymous.
  • Confidential advocates: Connect the student with the appropriate campus advocate listed above.
  • Civil Rights Compliance Office: Contact civilrights@uw.edu or 206-221-7932 with questions about reporting options.

Children and teens

For guidance on talking with children about difficult news, visit:

  • National Child Traumatic Stress Network
  • Child Mind Institute
  • HealthyChildren.org from the American Academy of Pediatrics

Household members ages 13 and up can receive free, confidential short-term counseling through the WA EAP intake form. See also WA EAP’s family support resources.

Stay informed and look out for one another

Consider signing up for UW Alert emergency text messages and saving the support numbers that may be useful to you. Your safety and well-being matter, and help is available.