Resources

Confidential resources are not mandated reporters and do not report internally to the Title IX office. These resources are available to support students who have experienced sexual, gender-based, or intimate partner violence; are supporting someone who has experienced violence, or students who just want a confidential space to talk through issues they are dealing with. What is said in these offices, stays in these offices. These resources are excellent first stops when seeking support and the next steps.
 

Columbia Health Sexual Violence Response
Phone: 212-854-HELP (4357) - this is a 24/7 Helpline
Please visit their website for up-to-date hours and information for 700 Lerner and 105 Hewitt Hall locations.

Being Barnard 
Phone: 212-843-8191
Location: Lower Level of Brooks Hall inside Primary Care Health Services

Primary Care Health Services 
Phone: 212-854-2091
Primary Care is open for in-person and telehealth visits. All students must be triaged by a provider over the phone first to determine which type of visit you will need. No walk-ins are accepted. Call 212-854-2091 to make an appointment.
For after-hours emergencies (after business hours & weekends), call the Clinician on Call at 855-622-1903. 

Furman Counseling Center
Phone: 212-854-2092
Location: 100 Hewitt Hall, first floor
Furman Counseling Center is operating via telehealth. Call 212-854-2092 to make an appointment.
For after-hours emergencies (after business hours & weekends), call the Clinician on Call at 855-622-1903. 

The Wellness Spot*
Phone:212-854-3063
Location: 119 Reid Hall
The Wellness Spot is operating in person and virtually. For questions, email TheWellnessSpot@barnard.edu and see their website for updated information.
* Formerly known as Well Woman, the name was changed in Spring 2022.  

University Chaplain
Phone: 212-854-1474
The University Chaplain is available for virtual appointments. Call 212-854-1474 or email eb3334@columbia.edu to make an appointment or inquire about in-person services.

Barnard Ombuds Office
Email ombuds@barnard.edu to make an appointment.

Most staff members of the college community (Barnard, Columbia, and Teacher's College) are considered mandated reporters. Mandated reporters will respect the privacy of the person who has disclosed to them but they cannot provide confidentiality as they are required to report internally to the Title IX office. However, it is important to remember that a report is not an investigation - it is merely a way to connect you to important resources and support via Title IX. Where you choose to go from there is up to you! 

If a person does not work in one of the offices listed in the "Confidential Resources" section, please assume that they are a mandated reporter. This includes Deans, Residence Life Staff (including RAs), Administrators, Community Safety, Faculty, OLs, and TAs.
 

The Office of Nondiscrimination & Title IX 
Phone: 212-854-0037
To make an appointment or to reach out with questions, call 212-854-0037 or email nondiscrimination@barnard.edu or escottfrancis@barnard.edu.

CARES 
Phone: 212-854-3362 (CARES response line for assistance and referrals
            212-854-6666 (Community Safety emergency line)
For updated information about CARES and current safety services, please see their website.

New York City is home to a plethora of resources for people of all identities and genders who are facing sexual and interpersonal violence such as sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking. These agencies offer a number of services including emergency room advocates*, confidential counseling, trauma support, identity based support, and help navigating the criminal justice system should a survivor choose to file a report with the NYPD.
 

• New York State Domestic Violence / Sexual Violence Hotline is a 24 hour text, chat, and call hotline for individuals impacted by sexual and intimate partner violence:
  • Text: 844-997-2121
  • Call: 800-942-6906
  • Chat: opdv.ny.gov
• New York City Anti-Violence Project is located at 116 Nassau Street, 3rd floor: 212-714-1141 (this is a 24 hour help line)
  • AVP is dedicated to serving LGBTQ and HIV-affected communities
• WomanKind is located at 9 Mott Street, suite #200: 1-888-888-7702 (this is a 24 hour help line)
  • WomanKind helpline advocates are multi-lingual and speak English, Spanish, and 18+ Asian languages and dialects including Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Tagalog, Hindi, Urdu, Bengali, and Vietnamese
• Safe Horizon is located in multiple locations throughout the 5 boroughs: 1-800-621-4673 (this is a 24 hour help line)
  • Safe Horizon is the largest survivor service non-profit in the country - providing support for people who have experienced / are experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, stalking, and youth homelessness
• Mount Sinai Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention Program is located at 114th street and Amsterdam Avenue (Across from Columbia): 212-423-2140 (M-F, 9am to 5pm)
  • The SAVI program is located in St. Lukes Hospital. While their main line is only open during business hours, advocates from the program are available to survivors at the hospital 24/7
     

* If you have experienced violence and wish to go to the ER, you do not have to do so alone. SVR provides advocates, 24/7 through their help line (212-854-HELP[4357]), to accompany you if you wish.*

There is a wealth of information and support available online. The following websites provide call and text lines, online chat helplines, and resources with more information about the spectrum of sexual and relationship violence.

• Love is Respect: Love is Respect provides comprehensive information and support services (including helpline and online chat) for young adults who are concerned about their dating relationships. They also provide information for those who are supporting someone experiencing relationship violence.
• RAINN: RAINN is the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. They offer a 24/7 help line and online chat services, as well as a plethora of information and resources related to sexual violence.
• The Network/La Red: The Network/La Red is a survivor led organization dedicated to ending partner abuse in LGBTQIA+, Polyamorous, and BDSM communities. Though physically based in Massachusetts, the provide a 24/7 toll free help line and online resources.
• FORGE: FORGE is a national transgender anti-violence organization. They provide referrals to local providers, a peer support listserv for survivors, and guided survivor healing programs.
• SPARC: SPARC provides a wealth of information related to stalking. Their website includes valuable training information for those looking to learn more about stalking as well as resources for individuals experiencing stalking.
• NYC Anti-Violence Project: AVP was founded in NYC an anti-LGBTQ+ violence organization that provides a 24/7 support hotline, resources for those who have experienced violence, and educational workshops.
• One Love Foundation:  The One Love foundation provides interactive workshops to help individuals identify signs of a healthy and an unhealthy relationship.