The RCSGD is a department that has a Confidential Resource Specialist for Title IX, an additional confidential resource for UCSB students, faculty, and staff who have been impacted by Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment.
If you need confidential support, please reach out to our Confidential Resource Specialist for Title IX, Lex Brand (she.her) at rcsgdt9@sa.ucsb.edu.
Lex is able to provide support to members of the campus community who have experienced any form of Sexual Violence or Sexual Harrassment, including but not limited to relationship violence, sex-based stalking, and sexual assault, in addition to other types of sexual misconduct.
Lex is not classified as a Responsible Employee under the UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy (SVSH Policy), which means any conversations with them regarding experiences of sexual violence or sexual harassment, that is disclosed to Lex, will be held in confidence.
Lex has completed a certified training program required for California Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Counselors pursuant to Evidence Codes 1035.2 and 1037.1, and supervised by CARE's Director. This allows her to keep communications with community members privileged and confidential as required under California Evidence Code Sections 1035.2 and 1037.2, as it pertains to sexual assault and relationship violence matters.
These confidential conversations can help folks explore their rights, resources, decisions to report, as well as overall wellbeing and safety options after these experiences and to be seamlessly connected to various resources across campus.
Lex will:
- Provide a safe, supportive, and confidential space for students and employees who have experienced sexual violence and/or sexual harassment and wish to learn more about their rights, options, and resources;
- Facilitate a direct connection to a CARE office who can accompany survivors to meetings, facilitate connections to many healing processes, and advocate on their behalf to professors, employers, or university officials
- Offer a connection to Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), Academic & Staff Assistance Program (ASAP), or a campus/community resource for emotional or mental health support;
- Assist with understanding the University’s SVSH Policy and response frameworks; and
- Make a warm referral connection to campus offices that may be able to address any additional concerns and/or offer support.
Lex will not:
- Be required to make a Responsible Employee report under SVSH Policy to the Title IX Compliance & Disctimination and Harassment Prevention Office (Title IX/DHP Office);
- Act as a witness, advisor, or support person in any investigation or hearing;
- Advise a survivor on how best to respond to an investigation from the Title IX/DHP Office;
- Provide legal advice; or
- Accompany a survivor to any meetings or court appearances.
If you’re not sure where to start, you can always reach out to Lex (rcsgdt9@sa.ucsb.edu) or CARE (805-893-4613) for confidential support.
Other Campus Resources
Campus Advocacy Resources and Education (CARE) - Confidential
The Campus Advocacy, Resources & Education (CARE) Office is UC Santa Barbara's confidential advocacy and education office for interpersonal violence (sexual violence, relationship violence, and stalking). We offer free and confidential services for students, staff, faculty, alumni, community members, and friends/loved ones impacted by interpersonal and gender-based violence and we provide violence prevention education for the entire UCSB campus.
CARE is a 24/7 service to the campus community through their 24/7 confidential phone line call 805.893.4613, days, nights, weekends, and holiday breaks. Or to make an appointment to meet with CARE visit their website at care.ucsb.edu/make-an-appointment
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) - Confidential
The Mission of Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is to assist Student Affairs and the university in helping the student body achieve academically, socially, and personally through culturally responsive Mental Health services. CAPS is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and affirming environment to ensure that all students remain psychologically healthy in pursuit of their goals. Confidentiality is the cornerstone of Counseling and Psychological Services, so we take protecting your privacy very seriously. You have a right to privacy and your written permission must be obtained before we will release information to anyone outside of our clinic, with limited legal and ethical exceptions.
CAPS Services Request Form: Please note that these form submissions are not monitored 24/7. If you need immediate Mental Health support, please call (805) 893-4411 and press 2 to speak with a live counselor. If this is a situation that involves potential harm to self or others, please call 911 immediately.
Submissions will be reviewed during CAPS Business Hours.
Academic and Staff Assistance Program (ASAP) - Confidential
The UCSB Academic & Staff Assistance Program (ASAP) supports the health and well-being of faculty, staff, and family members. We assist with identifying, managing, and resolving work-related and personal concerns that may affect job performance and relationships. We offer confidential short-term counseling, consultation, wellness workshops, and assistance with threat management. confidentiality is assured. Your need for privacy is respected. Your information is not released for departmental, central or personnel files, and no information about your participation is released to anyone without your written consent, except when legally mandated.
We can be reached at 805.893.3318 or submit the Contact Us Form.
Office of the Ombuds - Confidential
The Office of the Ombuds at UC Santa Barbara provides confidential consultation services to faculty, staff, students, parents, or anyone else with a aampus-related concern. The Ombuds address workplace issues, interpersonal conflict, academic concerns, policy questions, and many other problems, whether as a first step, last resort, or at any point along the way.
The Office of the Ombuds is dedicated to ensuring fairness throughout the university and regularly makes recommendations for systemic change.
Title IX Compliance & Discrimination and Harassment Prevention Office (Title IX/DHP Office) - Not Confidential
The Mission of the Title IX Compliance & Discrimination and Harassment Prevention Office (Title IX/DHP Office) is to ensure all UCSB community members fulfill the campus’ commitment to create and maintain a work and academic environment free of all discrimination and harassment, including sexual violence and sexual Harassment