A Guide to Consent and Sexcessful Communication

Let’s Talk About It!

This booklet is not intended to be a comprehensive guide to University of California Sexual Violence & Sexual Harassment Policy,but rather a guide to best practices that students can use to build healthy sexual communication skills.

Learn more about the University’s responsibilities and procedures related to sexual violence, sexual harassment, retaliation and other prohibited behaviors by reading the University of California, Davis Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy.

Introduction

Sexuality can be an affirming and exciting aspect of one’s life, but can be difficult to navigate sometimes. Students and professionals developed this guide to provide information and practical tips on cultivating sexcess –making choices about sexual activity that are centered on consent, healthy relationships and sexual well-being.

Open communication is the foundation of sex. It makes it possible for you and your partner(s) to experiment with what you each want and how you want it. It is important to remember that you can’t make assumptions about people’s sexual desires or experiences – especially not based on gender, sexual orientation,race/ethnicity, ability, body size, etc. Every person is unique!

Your friends, family, culture, faith and/or previous experiences can all influence your thoughts and feelings about sex and sexual communication. It is a good idea to reflect on your values and determine what is right for you as you read through this guide. Think about the following questions:

• How did you learn about sex?
• Do your friends talk about their sexual experiences? If so, how?
• What does sex mean to you?
• Have you ever been in a sexual situation where you were unsure about whether or not you or your partner(s) were enjoying it? What did you do?

This guide is intended for everyone - regardless of whether or not they are sexually active - and we hope it supports you (and any current or future partners you may have) in enjoying pleasurable and fulfilling sexual experiences that are physically and emotionally safe.

Sexual Rights and Responsibilities

It is your right to choose how – and whether or not – to express your sexuality. You have control over your own body. It is your choice whether you want to be sexually active, when, with whom and in what manner. It is also your right to change your mind and stop at any time during any sexual activity for any reason.

It is your responsibility to respect the rights of others. Only participate in sexual activity with a partner who is consenting to the activity. Consent is required by criminal law and by the University of California systemwide Policy on Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment. Sexual activity without consent, or after consent has been revoked, is sexual assault.

Terminology

So that we can all be on the same page, let’s define some terms that are used throughout this guide.

Partner(s) or potential partner(s) - A person/people with whom one is interested in being sexual or intimate. Does not imply a specific type of relationship.

Sex or sexual activity - Encompasses physical, emotional, mental and spiritual aspects of consensual erotic interactions. Includes kissing, caressing, massage, solo or mutual masturbation, oral sex, vaginal sex, anal sex, etc.

Consent - Consent is an affirmative, unambiguous, and conscious agreement to participate in sexual activity. Consent must be ongoing and can be revoked at any time. A person cannot give consent if they are incapacitated, forced, threatened, or below the legal age of consent (18 in California). Sexual activity without consent or after consent has been revoked is sexual assault.

Sexual Well-Being - “Physical, mental, and social well-being in relation to sexuality. It requires a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well as the possibility of having pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination, and violence.” The World Health Organization.

Sexual violence - Sexual acts engaged in without the consent of the other person or when the other person is unable to consent to the activity. Sexual violence includes sexual assault, rape, battery, domestic violence, and stalking.

Sexual assault - An umbrella term used to describe any unwanted sex act. If any of the following are attempted or completed without consent, then a sexual assault has occurred: vaginal sex, anal sex, oral sex; touching of the breasts, buttocks, or genitals (over clothes or skin-to-skin); penetration with a foreign object (i.e., fingers, sex toys, etc.).
Survivors of sexual assault are diverse with regard to gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, nationality, ability, and all other individual identities. While sexual assault can happen to anyone, folks within marginalized communities tend to be disproportionately affected by violence and abuse.

Sexual assault is never the survivor’s fault, even if they were intoxicated when the assault took place. If you experienced a sexual assault in the last 5 days, please contact the on-call CARE Advocate at 866-515-0155 for immediate support and assistance.

Intimate Partner Violence - Sometimes called domestic violence or dating violence, intimate partner violence (IPV) is a pattern of abusive behaviors based on power and control within an intimate relationship. IPV can happen in any type of relationship, regardless of the length of the relationship or the genders or sexual orientations of the partners. Anyone of any gender identity can be an abuser, and anyone of any gender identity can be a victim. Read our “Healthy Relationships” section to learn more about recognizing IPV.

Stalking - Unwanted and repeated conduct directed at a single person that would cause a reasonable person fear. Examples include: sending an individual unwanted messages or gifts; following someone or watching them; showing up uninvited to someone’s work, home, or class; damaging personal property; threatening to harm someone or their family, friends, or pets; monitoring someone’s social media activity; using GPS to track someone’s movements.

Consent

What Consent is and is Not

Consent is...

• Informed. Consent is an affirmative, unambiguous, conscious agreement by each person to engage in sexual activity. Everyone engaging in the sexual activity has full knowledge and understanding of what the sexual activity entails.
• Voluntary. Consent involves positive cooperation and must be freely given. It cannot be given if there is force, threats, menace, duress, or where a person’s free will has been compromised.
• Revocable. Sexual activity may begin as consensual. But, once someone says “no”, says they are uncomfortable, pulls away, or any other verbal or physical indication that they want the sexual activity to stop, consent has been revoked. Anything following the withdrawal of consent becomes sexual assault, regardless of the relationship between the people involved.
• Ongoing. Consent to one activity does not imply consent to another. Consent must be established before a different activity begins.

Consent is NOT POSSIBLE when someone is...

• Incapacitated. This means that a person is unable to care for themselves, which could be due to drugs or alcohol. Just to be clear, having drunk sexis not a crime. However, when someone’s ability to take care of themselves has been severely impacted due to drugs or alcohol, they are unable to give consent. If someone is incapacitated due to drugs or alcohol, they may be in and out of consciousness, unable to stand or walk, vomiting, slurring their words, or unable to communicate properly.
• Underage. The legal age of consent in California is 18 years old. Even if someone under the age of 18 agrees to engage in sexual activity, they are legally unable to give consent – it is still sexual assault.
• Unconscious. If someone is passed out, asleep, or otherwise unconscious, consent cannot be given.

Sexual activity without consent is sexual assault!

Body Language and Consent

You may have heard one of the following myths about sex and body language:

• “You can just tell when someone wants to have sex with you.”
• “Sex should flow naturally.”
• “Talking through sex is a turn-off. It kills the mood.”

These beliefs are promoted through the media, which almost never show character stalking with potential sexual partners about their sexual desires and boundaries.However, silent sex in real life is often unsexy and potentially harmful.

Furthermore, body language can be misleading. For example, a racing heart and heavy breathing may be signs someone is turned on, or signs someone is uncomfortable scared. This is true for moaning as well, as it could mean that someone is in pain.This is just one reason why checking in with your partner(s) after consent has been established is so important. Sex is much more enjoyable when everyone is on the same page while feeling safe and comfortable.

Mutually pleasurable, safe and satisfying sexual experiences are communicative, with partners respecting each other’s boundaries. The clearest way to establish consent is to ask for it – and get a yes.

Navigating Consent While Under the Influence

Earlier, we discussed what incapacitation is and explained that someone cannot consent if they are incapacitated. Determining whether you have consent to have sex can be tricky when you or your potential partner(s) have been drinking, so let’s walk through a possible scenario to show you what it might look like to establish consent under the influence. You can also check out Navigating Consent While Drinking.

You are drinking at a house party, but you’re not incapacitated. You hit it off with someone, and you both go to another room so that you can be alone. You are now sitting together on a bed, and you want to have sex with them. Before you make any moves, you need to figure out if they want to have sex with you, too.

Check

If your potential partner has been drinking, then you need to make sure they are not incapacitated. Check for any of the following signs of incapacitation, keeping in mind that some people might be incapacitated without showing any of them:

• Slurred or incoherent speech
• Unconscious
• Confusion
• Falling asleep
• Loss of balance
• Vomiting
• More impulsive

Ask

If they are definitely not incapacitated, then ask them once if they are interested in sexual activity. Asking more than once can be coercive, and consent is not possible when someone has been coerced. Here are some ways you could ask them:

Keep Checking In

If they are definitely not incapacitated, and they communicate that they want to engage in sexual activity with you, then you have successfully established consent!Have fun, but remember that this does not give you unlimited access to their body.Keep checking in with your partner to make sure they are okay with what is happening. Here are some ways to check in:

If at any time you are unsure whether or not they are incapacitated, and you continue, then it might be sexual assault. Don’t risk it!

For more information on sex and drinking, check out SafeParty's page on sex.

Healthy Relationships

What Are Healthy Relationships?

Every relationship is different. But all healthy relationships have:

• Safety
• Respect
• Communication
• Trust
• Honesty
• Support
• Comfort
• Independence
• Boundaries

Building Healthy Relationships

Voice your boundaries, concerns, and what makes you feel safe. Your partner(s) can’t read your mind. In order for your needs to be met, you must communicate those needs. Additionally, provide your partner(s) with an opportunity to voice their needs as well.

Respect each other’s wishes and feelings.

Understand your intentions. Disagreements are completely normal – even in healthy relationships. When navigating conflicts, it is important that you are communicating your feelings instead of saying something to try and hurt your partner(s).

Meet halfway to make compromises, not sacrifices. Healthy relationships are not about what one person wants all the time, and no one should have to give up what makes them feel safe or comfortable to accommodate others.

Respect each other’s privacy. Healthy relationships involve a level of autonomy and space.

Healthy Conflict Resolution

Conflicts in relationships are normal and are inevitable, so learning to deal with them in a healthy way is crucial. Conflict may arise from differences in values, ideas, motivations, perceptions, ideas, or desires. Although a conflict may seem trivial, it can trigger strong feelings that can affect the relationship.

The first step to conflict resolution is to understand your own needs first. If you don’t know what you want, then you can never fully resolve any situation that might arise. After taking your own feelings and ideals into account, then you can take the next steps to understand your partner’s/partners’ needs. A lack of understanding about differing needs, ideals, and values can result in distance, argument, or break up.

Successful conflict management relies on each partner’s ability to:

• Manage stress while remaining alert and calm. By staying calm, you can accurately read and interpret verbal and nonverbal communication.
• Control your emotions and behavior. When you’re in control of your emotions, you can communicate your needs without threatening, frightening, or punishing others.
• Pay attention to the feelings being expressed. This also includes the spoken words of others.
• Be aware and respectful of differences. By avoiding disrespectful words and actions, you can resolve the problem faster.

Power and Control

Power and control dynamics are present in all interactions. These dynamics are complex, but for the purpose of this guide we will define them as follows:

Power: the ability to enact one’s will, or to influence others to do what one wants.

Control: the ability to restrict another’s will, or to prevent others from doing what they want.

Positive and harmonious sexual interactions are possible when partners balance their power and control. Some ways to do this include:

• Asking for consent every time
• Listening actively (check your understanding and ask for clarification).
• Speaking assertively (not passively or aggressively).
• Consider your partner’s thoughts and feelings as being as important as yours.
• Participate equally in decision-making processes.
• Be mindful of how your privileges (e.g., age, gender, class, race, stature, ability, etc.) influence your thoughts and actions and affect your partner(s).
• Openly discuss respect, power and control in your interactions.

Sexual interactions can be harmful, destructive or abusive when there is an imbalance of power and control between partners. Obvious or subtle tactics used to control or overpower include, but are not limited to:

• Criticizing, insulting, degrading, name-calling or humiliating (Example: “You always act so stupid.”)
• Intimidating or threatening (Example: “If you do that again, I will tell everyone about your herpes.”)
• Minimizing or ignoring your partner’s thoughts and feelings (Example: “Quit whining! It’s not even a big deal.”)
• Not being conscious of how your privileges impact your partner(s)
• Physical or sexual harassment (e.g., unwanted touching or grabbing)
• Demanding your partner’s social media passwords
• Going through your partner’s text messages and/or browsing history

These are also signs of an abusive relationship. If you think you may be experiencing abuse, we encourage you to seek assistance from available resources, such as the Center for Advocacy, Resources and Education (CARE). For more resources, see the list at the end of this page.

Sexual Communication

Sex is often considered to be taboo, so discussing it can be uncomfortable at first – and that’s okay! Simply put: to get more comfortable talking about sex,you have to talk about sex! Open and honest communication is the foundation of healthy and pleasurable sexual activity.

Sexual Vocabulary

It is a great idea to create a sexual vocabulary that you are comfortable with to discuss sexual anatomy and activities. Take a look at the box below for different types of language used to talk about sexuality. You may prefer the scientific terms, slang or words of your own creation. Some people find certain words offensive or unpleasant, and other words extremely sexy. Ultimately, it is your body, and you have the right to call your body parts what you want.

Which language types make you feel the most comfortable? Can this change depending on the situation or who you are talking to?

Challenges to Sexual Communication

There are many reasons it can be uncomfortable to talk about sex, including:

Emotions

The thought of discussing sexuality and sexual activities with a partner may make you feel uncomfortable and nervous. Many people feel this way, and acknowledging out loud that it is awkward can help break the ice. Sharing feelings, fears and concerns can also create intimacy and make it easier to relax and enjoy yourself.

Self-Knowledge

Everyone has different desires, curiosities and limits. These usually changeover time, and can even vary from morning to night, or day to day. Self-exploration is a continual process of getting to know yourself sexually. Foursome, masturbation can be a great way to discover sexual likes and dislikes.

Use the Pleasure Profiles on the next section to explore your likes and dislikes.

My Pleasure Profile

Use this as a tool to help you explore and identify your likes and dislikes when it comes to sexual pleasure! Our Pleasure Profiles were inspired by and adapted from O.School’s Build Your Own Orgasm.

The Basics

These values influence my sexuality: ______________________________________________

Three things I love about my body: ______________________________________________

I feel sexiest when: ______________________________________________

I don't feel sexy when: ______________________________________________

It is easy / difficult for me to have an orgasm.

If and when I orgasm, I need ______ minutes/hours before going again.

Sometimes ______________________________________________ is uncomfortable/can hurt.

After sexual activity, I need ______________________________________________

Turn-Ons

• Making Out
• Kisses on my _________________
• Licking on my _________________
• Sucking on my _________________
• Teasing over clothing
• Rubbing genitals together
• Cuddling
• Nipple play
• Toys
• Watching porn
• Oral sex
• Anal Play
• Massage

Positions

• Doggie
• 69
• Missionary
• Being on top
• Being on bottom
• _________________________

How I Like to be Touched

Use the box to explore pressure and speed of touch that you enjoy on certain body parts. For example, if you like slow, light pressure on your chest, then write “chest” in the upper left corner. Choose words from our list, or use your own! Whatever words you use to describe your own body are valid!

Pleasure Profile: Communication

Before engaging in any sexual activity, always establish consent with your partner(s). Sexual activity without consent is assault.

Before sex, we recommend talking about:

• STI/HIV status
• Secret sex methods
• Birth control (if applicable)
• Allergies
• Likes and dislikes
• Trauma triggers
• Safe words
• Whatever else you think is important

Lines that excite me:

• It feels good when you do that
• That really turns me on
• It's so hot when you ____________
• How does this feel?
• What do you want right now?
• Do you like this?
• Do you want to try ____________?
• I am in the mood for __________.
• Can you ______ my ______?
• _______________________________________________

During sex I like to hear:

• Whispering
• Moaning
• Compliments
• Insults
• Sweet talk
• Aggressive tone
• Music
• _______________________________________________

I like to be called:

• My name
• Pet name
• Role-playing names
• _______________________________________________

More ways I communicate:

• Smile
• Safe gesture
• Head nod
• Eye contact
• _______________________________________________

The date of my last STI/HIV test was: ________________

I know and understand my test results: Yes or No

Sex Topics

Before we get into the details, here are some common topics to talk through before sexual activity. Take some time to read through and think about the topics that might be most important to you. Keep in mind that it is often best to have these conversations in moments that are not sexually charged – in locations where you feel safe and comfortable.

Aftercare (needs and desires after sexual activity)

Examples: Cuddle, no contact, talk, shower, eat, sleep

Disabilities (visible and/or hidden)

Impairments, how to give or receive pleasure, aids, allergies

Experimentation and Safety

Sex toys, role play, kink, bondage/discipline, dominance/submission, sadomasochism (BDSM)

Relationship Expectations

Hook-up, friends with benefits, dating, monogamy, polyamory and other types

Safer sex

Birth control use, practicing harm reduction through the use of products (external condoms, internal condoms, dental dams, capes, etc.) and other strategies, and preventing STIs/HIV

Sexual Desires and Boundaries

Sexual Ethics

Respect, personal values, cultural concerns, religious beliefs

Sexual History

STI/HIV testing history and status, previous sexual partners and experiences

Substance Use (See previous section about Consent)

Navigating sexual activity while sober or under the influence of alcohol and/or other drugs

Trauma History

Needs, triggers, reactions (e.g., flashbacks, anxiety, numbness) and how to talk to your partner and maintain self-care.

Step-by-Step Sexcessful Communication

1. Think about your desires and boundaries

Here are some examples:

2. With an open mind, ask if they are interested in being sexual with you

Here are some ways to ask:

If you would like to initiate sex, it is always your responsibility to ask. Just because someone said yes to something before does not mean they will want to do it again or at that moment.

Ask for consent every time, and respect your partner’s response.

Note: Asking more than once can be coercive, and indecision does not mean “convince me.” Only yes means yes!

3. Respond accordingly and with respect

Remember: When in doubt, check in with your partner for clarification!

If the other person is silent, uncomfortable, or says “no,” then back off and drop it. Silence, passivity, or the absence of “no” are not consent. Consider doing non-sexual activities together instead – like watching a movie or listening to music together.

If the other person says “maybe,” “um,” “okay,” or is giving mixed signals, you should back off or gently ask clarifying questions.

For example:

A: “Would you like to have sex?”

B: “My roommate is coming home soon.”

This is ambiguous, so try to clarify.

A: “So does that mean you don’t want to have sex? It’s fine if you don’t, I only want to if you’re into it.”

If the other person is still hesitant and unsure, then drop it.

If the other person is enthusiastic and clearly says “yes,” then you can both start talking about and exploring sex. Refer back to the sex topics that you think are important to discuss.

Remember, “sex” includes a broad range of many sexual activities, and each person’s sexual preferences are unique. Ask specifically what your partner wants to do, and share your own desires, too. Ask about what sexual activity, position, pace, tone, intensity, etc., they’d like.

Asking specifically throughout the sexual activity will also help you become a better sexual partner, because you will know what your partner wants and how they want it.

Voicing Your Needs, Desires and Boundaries

Here are some tips for letting your partner know exactly what you do and/or do not want.

Make specific requests

It is great to know what you want, how you want it and what you do not want. Talk about your desires and dislikes as specifically as possible with your partner.

Speak up if you are unsure

If you are not sure what you want, or if you are trying something new and donot know if you like it, it is a good idea to let your partner know. Take the space and time you need to decide what you want.

Speak up if you change your mind

If you or your partner(s) says “yes,” it does not mean you have to continue the activity if you no longer want to. If at any time you change your mind or are uncomfortable, then tell your partner(s). If they continue to be sexual with you after you declined or expressed your desire to stop the activity, that is sexual assault.

Check in with your partner(s)

Pay attention to nonverbal and verbal signs and ask your partner for clarification. Back off if your partner seems uncomfortable or if you are getting mixed signals.

Ask if they want to do something else

Ask about each activity before engaging in the activity. Remember that consent must be ongoing, meaning that consent for one activity does not automatically include consent for another activity. The only way to know what your partner wants is to ask them.

How would you prefer to voice your desires and boundaries? Write your own statements in the speech bubbles below.

Texting, Sexting and Dating Apps

Technology has made it a lot easier to communicate and find dates (and hookups!), but digital communication has its own unique challenges.

Texting

Intended for quick and simple messages, texting can be great for flirting, confirming dinner plans, or sharing photos. At the same time, it often causes confusion when trying to have serious conversations. The main drawback to communicating in writing is that it does not include context clues like body language, facial expressions, or tone of voice to help the receiver understand exactly what the sender intended to convey. For this reason, we think serious conversations about sexuality and relationships are best had face-to-face.

The most important tip to remember when texting is to always try and provide as much context as possible, because the person on the other end of your text cannot read your mind. If that means you need to send a GIF or emoji to help you express yourself more accurately, then do it. Texting can be frustrating and take an emotional toll when there are misunderstandings, so be direct and don’t make the other person guess what you are trying to say.

Sexting

Sexting can be considered a form of safer sex because there is no risk of pregnancy or STIs/HIV. However, there are still privacy and confidentiality risks that can have long-term effects. The first rule is to never send someone a sext unless they say they want one! Ultimately, always think before you sext – you cannot “unshare!” Here are some tips for making sexting safer:

1. Know Your Values and Boundaries. We are always most content when we make decisions that align with our values. One helpful guideline to follow is “when in doubt,don’t.” In other words, if you think you might regret sending a sext, then you probably shouldn’t sext. Listen to your gut! If someone is pressuring you to sext with them, then that is not okay. Boundaries are always respected in healthy relationships.

2. Know What’s in Your Photos Before Sending Them. If you decide to send a sext and are concerned about privacy, it’s probably best not to have any noticeable tattoos or birthmarks in the photo that might give away your identity. Similarly, you probably don’t want any of your family photos in the background, either.

3. Know Where the Sext is Going. This is self-explanatory. Be sure to triple-check the recipient of your message so that you don’t end up sending a sext to the wrong person.

4. Don’t Drink and Sext. Alcohol clouds judgment and lowers inhibitions, so it has the potential to enable you to do something you might regret. Wait until you’re sober and then decide whether or not you still want to send that sext message.

Dating Apps

Technology makes it easy to meet people nowadays, whether it’s to talk over coffee or to just have sex. People choose to use dating apps for many reasons, whether it’s to find love, casual sex, or to validate themselves when they get a match on their profile.

To keep everyone on the same page, it is important to communicate and be direct about what you are looking for while you are on the app. If you are just wanting to hook up, then tell them. If you want to go on a date to see if it may lead to a long-term relationship, then tell them. Being honest will help to prevent misunderstandings later.

No matter what you would like from dating apps, here are some harm-reduction tips to help you stay safe if and when you decide to meet someone new:

1. Don’t share your real phone number. Restrict communication to the app, and consider using a pseudo-phone number (such as Google Voice) instead of your real one.

2. Be mindful of your social media accounts. Consider making your profiles private, and not linking your phone number to any of them. You may also choose to use different photos for dating profiles and social media accounts so that they can’t be found through Google Images, for example.

3. Tell someone you trust where you are going. Consider also sending them a screenshot of your date’s profile, and sharing your location with them from your phone. Feel free to also get a second opinion if you think something doesn’t feel right. At the end of the day, trust your gut!

4. Meet in a public area during the daytime.

5. Arrange your own transportation.

6. Don’t be afraid to leave the date early and hit that block button! Ultimately, you have the right to do what you want to do to make yourself feel safe. You also have the right to use dating apps and not be subjected to harm. Many dating apps have community guidelines, so if someone isn’t respecting you, it is okay to report their profile.

Conclusion and Resources

We hope you now have a better understanding of how to communicate sexcesfully. With awareness of your desires and boundaries, on-going honest communication and respect for your and your partner(s)’ rights, we hope you can enjoy safe,pleasurable and fulfilling sexual experiences. We wish you the best in creating these experiences if and when you choose to do so.

Check out the following resources for more information on sexual health, including sexual violence prevention and response.

Student Health & Counseling Services

Advice Nurse/Appointment Line - 530-752-2349
Health-e-Messaging
SHCS Sexual Health Resources
UC Davis Sexcess Map

For student-centered sexual health content, follow the Love Lab on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @UCDLoveLab!

Confidential Resources

Conversations with staff in these units are not considered official reports. You can speak openly without giving up any control over your situation. These units will not report your concerns to anyone else, and they will not take action toward resolving your concerns without your consent.

Center for Advocacy, Resources & Education (CARE)

Confidential crisis intervention and victim advocacy.

Advocacy includes:

• Navigating options, rights and resources
• Hospital, law enforcement and/or court accompaniment
• Advocacy for academic assistance and/or reporting violations to the Office of Student Support and Judicial Affairs
• Referrals to on-campus and community resources
• Academic, employment and housing accommodations

CARE Telephone: 530-752-3299
CARE E-Mail: [email protected]
CARE Website: care.ucdavis.edu

Counseling Services

Student Health and Wellness Center
24-Hour Counseling Consultation: 530-752-2349
Appointments Line: 530-752-2349
Counseling Services Main Page

Women’s Resources & Research Center (WRRC)

North Hall
WRRC Telephone: 530-752-3372
WRRC Website

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual (LGBTQIA+) Resource Center

Student Community Center
LGBTQIA+ Resource Center Telephone: 530-752-2452

Academic Staff Assistance Program (ASAP)

112 A Street, Guilbert House
ASAP Telephone: 530-752-2727
ASAP Website

Family Protection and Legal Assistance Clinic

Family Protection and Legal Assistance Clinic Telephone: 530-752-6532
Family Protection and Legal Assistance Clinic Website

Reporting Options

UC Davis Police Department

Emergency Phone: 911 or 530-752-1230
Non-Emergency Phone: 530-752-2677
UCDPD Website

Davis Police Department

2600 Fifth Street
Davis, CA 95618
Emergency Phone: 911 or 530-758-3600
Non-Emergency Phone: 530-747-5400

Harassment and Discrimination Assistance & Prevention Program (HDAPP)

207 Third Street, # 210
Davis, CA 95616
Main Line: 530-747-3864
Anonymous Line: 530-747-3865
HDAPP Website

Title IX Officer

Wendi Delmendo
Title IX Officer Telephone: 530-752-9466
Title IX Officer e-mail: [email protected]
Title IX Website

Off-Campus Support Resources

Empower Yolo

24-Hour Crisis Line: 530-662-1133
Empower Yolo Website

My Sister’s House

24-Hour Multilingual Help Line: 916-428-3271
My Sister's House E-mail: [email protected]
My Sister's House Website

Special thanks to all of the students, professionals and campus organizations that helped to develop this guide!