You have rights and options. Below is some basic information on reporting. OVA believes that the decision to report should be the choice of the victim/survivor and OVA will support victims/survivors in whatever decision they decide is best for them.
It is common to have questions about reporting processes. OVA can discuss reporting options and what to expect in a process to assist the victim/survivor in making an informed decision that they decide is best for them. In addition to offering trauma-focused counseling, if the victim/survivor decides to participate in a reporting process OVA can be an advocate throughout the process. OVA is NOT the office that investigates or adjudicates cases. OVA has advocate counselors who are informed about the different reproting optoins and are a resource to help survivors explore their rights and options.
Reporting Options:
Frequently asked questions:
I want to report; what do I do now? Contact OVA if you would like an OVA advocate to be present with you for the reporting process. If you want to make a report without the involvement of OVA, you can contact the Office of Institutional Equity and Compliance (OIEC), the Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution (SCCR), or the police department directly. If you are unsure which office to contact to make a report to, contact OVA for assistance.
I am unsure if I want to report; what should I do now? It is common for people to be unsure if they want to report. Contact OVA for a confidential place to talk, ask questions, get information, and explore options. OVA will support you in whatever you decide is the best decision for you.
I do not want to report; what are my options? Regardless if you decide to report or not you have rights and options. Please contact OVA to discuss counseling and advocacy services which can include academics, employment, housing, and other forms of advocacy including safety planning.
How is OVA different from the OIEC (Office of Institutional Equity and Compliance)? OIEC and OVA are independent and separate resources at CU Boulder. While some of the issues that our two offices address overlap and we often coordinate services, our roles are uniquely different. This document explains more about those distinctions to help people determine what options are available and best for them.