Program Services

Program Services

The VAWPP serves as a resource and victim services center for University of Guam students, staff, faculty, and members of their families. Services the Program offers include:

Education and Training Programs

• Education programs to students
• Training programs for UOG student leaders, faculty, staff, administration, and campus security personnel

Interactive Classroom Presentations

• Mandatory Prevention and Education Programs to all incoming students

Victim Advocacy

• Safety assistance and options for clients

Counseling and Emotional Support

• Counseling services
• Referrals to campus and community professionals

Crisis Intervention

• Immediate, short-term assistance to individuals who’ve experienced emotional, mental, physical, and behavioral distress or problems caused by domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking

Risk Assessment and Safety Planning

• Assessment of the severity of situation and safety of clients
• Development of a safety plan indicating what to do when in a violent situation or how to prevent being involved in one
• Development of a contact list of support network (e.g., family, friends, neighbors, co-workers, faculty, campus security personnel, community law enforcement, etc.)

Advisement on Legal Options

• Criminal and civil prosecution upon accused individual
• Disciplinary action through the University Student Discipline & Appeals Committee

Referrals to Other Services

• Referrals to community service providers

Community Outreach

• Exhibits/Fairs
• Tabling events
• Film showings
• Media appearances
• Conferences
• Forums
• Campaigns

All services are confidential-information is released only through the client’s consent.