Womxn are unique, diverse and complex; there are many ways to be a womxn. The intersections of different identities, backgrounds, and experiences curate a broad spectrum of lived experiences and needs within the womxn identity -- and your identity is valid, no matter what!
SHCS is committed to affirming the identities of all folx who identify as womxn and offering support for their overall health and well-being. We recognize the complexities and diversity of the womxn experience, and we acknowledge the cissexism, sexism and other gender-based oppressions that lead to health inequities that affect womxn.
If you have suggestions for how we can improve this page, please send an email to Health Education & Promotion at hep@shcs.ucdavis.edu.
- Women’s Resources and Research Center (WRRC)
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The mission of the WRRC is to challenge all forms of oppression through the lens of gender equity. The WRRC provides education, advocacy, resources, and a safe space that centers the experiences of womxn, transgender, femme, and nonbinary individuals.
WRRC Community Counselor: This counselor is on staff to help students access mental health services and other wellness-related resources on and off campus.
WRRC Health Resources and Support: Visit this page for the WRRC’s list of resources for community health clinics, health insurance, mental health and sexual health
WRRC Crisis Resources & Support: Visit this page for resources related to reporting hate, bias and sexual violence.
WRRC Student Parent Resources: These resources are free to student parents and their families and can be found at the WRRC.
--UC Davis Student Parent Resources: This page is a virtual hub for undergraduate, graduate, and professional student parents at UC Davis, serving as a central clearinghouse for resources and programs dedicated to supporting student parent success.
WRRC Additional Resources: Visit this page for the WRRC’s list of additional resources for all-gender restrooms, the Accessibility Resources Program and campus community support.
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Basic Needs (Food, Housing, Financial Support)
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Aggie Compass Basic Needs Center: The mission of Aggie Compass is to help mitigate the effects of food and housing insecurity on students while working to change policy, systems and environment that will affect long term change.
Immediate Crisis Resources: Visit this page for resources related to crisis resolution, emergency shelter, immediate food, financial hardship, mental health crisis resources and longer-term support
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The Pantry: The mission of The Pantry is to aid UC Davis students in their pursuit of higher education by ensuring that no student ever has to miss a meal or go without basic necessities due financial reasons.
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Mental Well-Being
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WRRC Community Counselor: This counselor is on staff to help students access mental health services and other wellness-related resources on and off campus.
Each Aggie Matters: UC Davis' Mental Health Movement uniting the campus community in an open and affirming dialogue about mental health.
--If you are in crisis and need immediate support
--If you want to meet with someone
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Trans-Specific Resources
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SHCS Resources
- Trans Health Services and UC SHIP Insurance
- LGBTQIA+ Students page
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Healthy Relationships, Sexual Violence and Intimate Partner Violence Support
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You deserve healthy relationships that are centered on consent and respect.
Healthy Relationships
-Let’s Talk About It: A Guide to Consent and Sexcessful Communication
Sexual Violence and Intimate Partner Violence Support
Resources and Reporting Options (CARE)
Center for Advocacy, Resources and Education (CARE)
---After Intimate Partner Violence and/or Stalking
Harassment & Discrimination Assistance and Prevention Program
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Safety and Transportation Support
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You are a strong and capable person, and violence against you is never okay or your fault. The threats of gender-based violence and street harassment cause many womxn to be fearful of everyday actions such as walking across campus or around town (especially at night). We include the following resources as supportive options that may help you feel safer and more comfortable.
Campus Safety and Wellness (UC Davis)
Safety Tips (UC Davis Police Department)
Safe Rides (UC Davis Police Department)
Transportation (Safe Party)
--Turn on the Campus Blue Lights switch under Student & Staff Resources to find where the emergency call stations are located on campus
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Sexual Well-Being
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Sexual well-being is an important part of overall health and well-being. Sexual well-being includes centering consent and communication, understanding your desires and boundaries, knowing your body and engaging in safer sex practices that can prevent unintended pregnancy and STIs/HIV.
Student Health & Counseling Services
Sexual Well-Being (Health Education & Promotion)
The Love Lab (free safer sex products and info for students!)
GYT (Get Yourself Tested!) UC Davis
Sexual Health Google Drive (all of Health Education & Promotion’s printed educational materials)
Let’s Talk About It: A Guide to Consent and Sexcessful Communication
Birth Control and Pregnancy (see If You Need Birth Control below)
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If You Need Birth Control
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Birth control is not always about preventing pregnancy -- although that can be an amazing benefit! Hormonal birth control is sometimes used to make menstrual periods lighter and less frequent, or even improve symptoms from endometriosis. Check out the following resources to learn more about the different forms of birth control and method(s) that might work best for you -- and how to access them.
Student Health & Counseling Services
SHCS Health Topic: Birth Control
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If You Menstruate
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Knowing your body is a critical part of your health and well-being -- and every person’s body is different. For womxn who menstruate, this includes knowing what’s typical for you during your cycle so you can let a healthcare provider know if something seems out of the ordinary. Here is a list of resources to help you maintain your menstrual health.
Menstrual Product Access
--Look for the red dots to find where you can access menstrual products in Davis and the surrounding area. This is updated annually, so make sure to call the location first!
--UC Davis students can access pads and tampons -- as well as safer sex products -- by placing an order through the Love Lab.
Menstrual Health Info
Pelvic and menstrual Health Tips from Health Education & Promotion
SHCS Health Topic: Irregular Periods
SHCS Health Topic: Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Menstruation (Planned Parenthood)
Cycle Tracking Apps
Cycle tracking is a great way to find out what's typical for your body, and to help determine if something seems out of the ordinary.
Clue (iOS and Android)
Flo (iOS and Android)
Health (iOS) -- this is the health app that comes with iPhone!)
Spot On Period Tracker - powered by Planned Parenthood
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If You Have a Cervix
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At 21 (Health Education & Promotion’s campaign to promote education and resources for people who have a cervix)
---A Guide to Taking Care of Your Pelvic Health for Cisgender Women (HEP)
---A Guide to Taking Care of Your Pelvic Health for Transgender and Non-binary Folx Who Have a Cervix (HEP)
What to Expect: A Guide to Exams that Require an Attendant
SHCS Blog: Your Pelvic Health is Important