Dating Violence, Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Eastern New Mexico University will not tolerate offenses related to dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault or sexual misconduct and will extend every assistance to victims of these crimes. The University fully complies with Title IX regulations, the Violence against Women Act, all federal and state laws relating to sexual assault against women or men, and applicable University policies. Other forms of sexual violence defined in New Mexico statute are also prohibited by this policy. These include but are not limited to criminal sexual penetration, criminal sexual contact, battery, assault, battery against a household member, assault against a household member, criminal damage to property of a household member, harassment, stalking, kidnapping, false imprisonment, telephone harassment, interference with communications, violation of a restraining order, or any other related crime defined in NMSA 1978 compilation.
The University will provide training and information for the campus community to prevent or avoid sexual assault and other risk prevention strategies.
The University will offer anonymous and confidential reporting of assaults, whether by the victim or by another. The University takes reports of sexual misconduct very seriously and will not tolerate retaliation against those who make such reports or participate in the investigatory or adjudicatory process.
The University’s “Victims’ Bill of Rights” assures the following rights to victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence or other violent crime:
1. Reasonable changes to academic and living and work situations.
2. Referral to counseling, victim’s advocacy, and other resources.
3. Assistance in notifying law enforcement.
4. The same opportunity as the accused to have others present at the disciplinary hearing(s)
5. Notification of outcomes of hearings, sanctions, and terms of sanctions in place
6. Opportunity and assistance to speak or the choice not to speak to anyone about the incident or outcome.
7. Confidentiality to the extent allowable by law and University policy
What to do if you believe this has happened to you
Tell someone who can help you. All the individuals listed below know how to report, where to find resources you may need, and what to do. Call or talk to any administrator, staff, or faculty member.
Reporting an Incident
The decision to file a formal report or complaint about sexual violence and sexual assault is a personal choice. We’re here to help you understand your options and the resources available, whether you decide to report or not. For students, your confidential advocate can explain your option in detail and answer questions, so you can make the decision that’s right for you. Talking to the advocate doesn’t constitute filing an official report about sexual violence. The details of your experience won’t be shared with anyone without your permission. For faculty members, other academic instructors, and staff employees, contact the experienced staff on your campus for confidential counseling and help, and information about where to go to file a report. Faculty members may also contact the Human Resources Office regarding their academic rights.
You can find our online reporting form at www.enmu.edu/TitleIXReport
The Title IX Policy can be viewed online at www.enmu.edu/TitleIX
Each student and member of the ENMU community is valuable and must have the freedom to pursue their goals without fear of harm, embarrassment, discrimination, or retaliation. The University will pursue any report of sexual harassment, discrimination, or violence and will not wait until such claims have proceeded through civil or criminal actions. Further, if ENMU has a reasonable report from someone else of incidents of sexual harassment, discrimination, or violence, the university will proceed with an investigation. Those making the allegation will receive respect, prompt action, and be kept informed of the process and outcome. Those who are accused will receive due process, a fair and equitable investigation and hearing, and be kept informed of the outcome. ENMU cannot meet its expectation of providing you with an environment free from sexual harassment, discrimination, or violence without your cooperation. Please tell us and let us help you.
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