Sexual and Gender-based Violence
If you have experienced sexual assault, stalking, dating violence, domestic violence, or any other form of sexual or interpersonal harassment, discrimination, or misconduct - you are not alone. There are important options and resources available to you.
Who can I call for emergency help?
Whether you're seeking information on how to help a friend, or seeking information for yourself, the National Sexual Assault Hotline 1-800-656-4673 is available 24/7 to provide support, assist with identifying reporting options, and accessing local supports.
If you are on campus, call Campus Police at (626) 585-7484, or visit the Campus Police Station in person. Campus Police is located in Building B, Room 210 on the main campus. If you are off campus, call 911 for emergency support and to be connected with Law Enforcement.
If you call Campus Police, or 911, help will come to you, wherever you are. Campus Police, 911, and the National Sexual Assault Hotline - can also refer you to a hospital or rape crisis center to receive free medical services (e.g. pregnancy and STI prevention) and emotional support.
What are my Options?
- Emergency Medical Attention and/or Evidence Preservation
If you have experienced an attempted, completed, or suspected sexual assault, the College encourages you to seek immediate, specialized medical attention at an urgent care, emergency room, or a Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) Center near you. SART programs utilize a team of professionals specially trained to provide medical care, emotional support, and comprehensive medical-legal examinations, including a forensic medical exam. For more information about forensic medical exams, and best practices for evidence preservation – please go to the Title IX Website
- Access Confidential Support
Personal Counseling
(626) 585-7273 | D-203
Offers short-term individual and group counseling services to help students improve their daily functioning and academic success. Visit the Personal Counseling Website to learn more or to make an appointment.
Student Health Services
(626) 585-7244 | D-105
Student Health Services provides clinical care for students designed to address health
promotion, disease prevention, short-term acute illnesses and injuries, and to assist
students with finding resources to help them manage their health conditions. The Student
Health Fee, paid as part of enrollment at Pasadena City College (PCC), covers most
services at PCC’s Student Health Services, with no need for payment, insurance or
a co-pay. Services that aren't covered by the Student Health Fee are offered at a
reduced cost. Call or visit the Student Health Services Website to learn more or to make an appointment.
Community-Based Victim Resources
There are various community-based agencies that specialize in providing free and low-cost care, housing, counseling, and other services to victims of sexual assault and domestic violence. Visit the Title IX website for a list of agencies in the greater Los Angeles area.
- File a Report
Choosing to report an incident of sexual misconduct is an important yet often difficult decision. Doing so ensures that the College can take appropriate responsive action and provide supports to the impacted persons. Making a report may assist with recovery, provide access to specialized supports and services, and help prevent further harm. Individuals have the right to report the incident to the college, to Law Enforcement, to both, or to neither.
File a Report with PCC’s Title IX Office
Incidents of sexual misconduct and gender-based violence can be reported to Campus Police, the Title IX Coordinator, or an administrator. To file a report with the Title IX office, email titleix@jinken-fukuoka.com, call 626-585-7375, file a report online, or in person in D-108A.
File a Report with Law Enforcement
Call Campus Police at (626) 585-7484. They can assist you with filing a Criminal Complaint. If you are off campus, call 911 to file a complaint with local law enforcement. Campus Police can also assist students and employees with filing a complaint with PCC.
Individuals have the right to decline reporting to law enforcement. However, they may choose to preserve evidence and/or file a report at a later time.