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Sex Positivity & Empowement How is this linked to Gender Violence Prevention? Sexual empowerment is essential in preventing gender violence. By promoting a positive and comprehensive understanding of sex, sexual pleasure, and relationships free from coercion and violence, we create safer experiences. Sexual empowerment teaches the importance of consent, ensuring interactions are based on mutual agreement and respect for boundaries. Focusing on pleasure helps individuals prioritize mutual enjoyment, reducing power dynamics that can lead to coercion. It empowers students to communicate effectively, recognize healthy and unhealthy relationships, and assert boundaries confidently. This holistic approach equips students with the knowledge and…
LATINX HERITAGE MONTH 2023 What is Latinx Heritage Month? Each year, Americans observe Latinx Heritage Month (federally recognized as Hispanic Heritage Month) from September 15 to October 15, to lift up, celebrate, and promote education about individuals who are from or have ancestry from Latin America and the Caribbean. During Latinx Heritage Month, we at Duke strive to increase awareness about Latinx and Latin American histories, identities, cultures, and accomplishments and address issues that affect Latinx and Latin Americans internationally, within the United States, and on campus. Historically, LHM at Duke has been led by students and student organization efforts….
Student Leader Recruitment Applications and Timelines Application and Interview process for the Orientation Board (Project Directors, Orientation Co-Chairs, and Logistics Committee) will occur during the fall semester in mid-October/November The application for the 2025 Orientation Board is now closed. Application and Interview process for Orientation Leaders will occur during the the spring semester in mid-February/March. The application for Orientation Leaders is not yet available. For more information, check out the job descriptions below (subject to change/update): Project Director Orientation Co-Chair Logistics Committee Orientation Leader Questions Email New Student and Family Programs at studentorientation@duke.edu.
2024-2025 Housing Process Upperclass Students General What Should I Be Doing Now? (General) Become familiar with the Duke Housing Website and navigating through important pages. The Housing Assignments page holds all the information regarding short-term and long-term processes students encounter throughout the school year. Each process happens during a specific time of year and requires a separate application. During the application window, students can see a timeline, eligibility requirements and cost (if applicable). It is important to check the Housing Assignments page often as updates are added throughout the process. However, eligibility, processes, and deadlines are subject to change, so…
Connection Project Coordinators The Connection Project is led by six upperclass Connection Project Coordinators and is supported by the office of Student Involvement & Leadership. Contact us at leadership@duke.edu. Connor Biswell Major: Environmental Science and Global Health Year: Class of 2026 Favorite Duke activity: Going to the Wilkinson building as a non-engineering student. Favorite study spot: Hollows B 4th Floor study rooms. A place where I have found a connection: the Bassett common room the day before an exam Fun fact: More than half my daily water consumption comes from coffee Hot take: UNC isn’t that bad Favorite quote: “Never…
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Jenn Wiggins, LPC Director of The Office for Gender Violence Education and Outreach she/her/hersjmw226@duke.edu Jenn is the Director for Gender Violence Education and Outreach. In this capacity, she works as a wellbeing architect to build programming and engage in outreach to address gender violence on campus. Jenn is licensed professional counselor who is passionate about transformational learning, strategic planning and holistic care.Jenn specializes in trauma focused care and serving historically marginalized communities. Jenn’s ultimate goal is to inspire positive behavior change and promote a culture of wellness within the Duke community. Alex Whicker, LCMHC, ATR-BC Associate Director of The Office…
Our Mission The mission of the Office of Gender Violence Education and Outreach (GVEO) is to create a community free from gender violence. We are dedicated to fostering a culture of consent, respect, accountability, and support to individuals and the community as a whole. GVEO seeks to empower students through education, awareness, and proactive measures. GVEO offers primary prevention programming, consultation, referrals, networking, risk reduction education, and health promotion. GVEO focuses on an approach that actively engages students, encourages participation, and fosters a culture change. Our Vision All students have the right to learn and live in an environment where…
Krystal George (she/her) Director As the Director of the Women’s Center, Krystal George oversees the operational aspects of the Women’s Center, but more importantly, she collaborates with her colleagues to fulfill the mission of the center. The mission of the Women’s Center is to promote a campus that supports, celebrates, engages, and collaborates with women, student groups, and stakeholders to build a Duke culture that centers gender equity, intersectionality, and social justice. This translates into her role at Duke. Creating a comfortable gathering space for women students and allies with diverse needs and interests. As well as educating the Duke…
Online Learning Module GVEO partners with Vector Solutions to create online programming for our incoming undergraduate (SAPU) and graduate (SAPG) students. Both programs feature trainings on consent culture, bystander intervention, and healthy relationships. The trainings strive to empower students with information and skills to mitigate gender violence as they enter Duke University. To ensure all incoming students have a foundational understanding of consent and bystander intervention, all incoming students are required to complete the training prior to arriving on campus. If you have any questions or concerns about the requirement or the training content, please contact sapundergrad@duke.edu or sapgrad@duke.edu for…
Here is a list of off campus resources that may be helpful for anyone who has experienced Gender Violence. Durham Crisis Response Center – Offers support for local survivors of gender violence. Their 24/7 hotline is: 919-403-6562 The Solace Center – Offers immediate support for survivors of sexual violence. It is the first community based sexual assault forensic examination center in North Carolina. Their 24/7 hotline is: 919- 828-7740 LGBTQ Center of Durham – Offers support for LGBTQIA survivors in the Triangle area, such as advocacy, support groups, and resource navigation. RAINN – National nonprofit anti-sexual assault organization. Offers 24/7…
Penny CEOs The Penny Pilgram George Leadership Initiative cohorts are lead by the Cohort Executive Officers (CEOs) Monica Balakrishnan Major: Neuroscience major and Political science minor Year: Junior Favorite Penny Memory: Definitely a stand out memory is the annual retreat where I got to make some really great memories and connections with people in my cohort and it really is a great experience that PPGWLI provides for us! Neeharika Rao Chintalapudi Major: B.E. in Civil Engineering and B.S. in Computer Science Year: Junior Favorite Penny Memory: The Penny Retreat was so fun and relaxing! I loved getting to spend time…