Reporting Harassment & Discrimination

Resources to Prevent and Respond to Discrimination and Harassment

The Department of Astronomy is committed to providing support to anyone who has experienced any form of harassment or discrimination that impedes on one’s right to a safe work environment.

For Those in Need of Help:

Some campus resources are non-confidential and are required to report incidents of harassment to the Office of Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination (OPHD). Other resources are confidential and are not required to report.  

All faculty members and graduate students in a supervisory capacity (GSIs; research advisors) are “responsible employees” and therefore have a legal requirement to report violations of Title IX policy to OPHD. 

If you wish confidentiality, please ask before confiding.

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Resources In Our Department

Resources On Campus

  • PATH to Care Center: 510-642-1988 or click here

  • Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Advisor. Prevention, response, and support for survivors and communities built on a foundation laid by student leaders and activists, campus practitioners and administrators, as well as the many caring and committed members of our community.

  • The Confidential Care Advocate Confidential Care Advocates are exactly that: they serve as your “right hand” and as an entry point for exploring all your options in a caring, confidential, and non-judgmental manner. 

  • The Social Services branch of the Tang Center [(510) 642-6074; (855) 817-5667 after-hours emergency] is confidential. Tang Center therapists provide emotional counseling to survivors of sexual harassment and violence.

The Office of the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination (OPHD) [(510) 643-7985] responds to reports of harassment, either through “alternative resolution” involving simple and discreet actions at the Department level (often involving the Department Chair), or through more extensive “formal investigations” that can lead to disciplinary action by the University administration.

Resources In Berkeley

  • Bay Area Women Against Rape: [(510) 845-7273] A place where survivors of sexual violence can receive the quality counseling and advocacy they need. 

  • Family Violence Law Center: [(800) 947-8301] Survivor-centered legal and crisis intervention services, prevention education for youth and other community members, and policy work to create systemic change.

The UC Police Department [911 or (510) 642-3333]. UCPD has extensive training in handling sexual assault cases and will treat survivors with respect and sensitivity. Officers will ensure that survivors receive medical care.

National/International Resources

Anti-Harassment Policy for AAS & Division Meetings & Activities: click here

EMERGENCY RESOURCES — For emergencies, dial 911

  • UC Care Line (24/7 urgent support): 510-643-2005
  • Alameda County 24 Hour Crisis Hotline (24/7 urgent support): 800-981-5900
  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (24/7 urgent support): 800-273-8255
  • UC Police Department (non-emergency): 510-642-6760
  • Berkeley Police Department (non-emergency): 510-981-5900
  • Trevor Project 24/7 Crisis Hotline: 866-488-7386 or click here