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Check out our list of campus, local, and national resources for gender equity and social justice related causes. We also keep a comprehensive list of resources on other topics like health and wellness, reproductive justice, and more. If there are resources you'd like to see added to this list, email us at womenctr@duke.edu.

Stay tuned for an updated Library page where you can browse the list of books, magazines, and publications we have to offer. 

Campus

  • Department of Gender, Sexuality & Feminist Studies
    • The Gender, Sexuality & Feminist Studies program is dedicated to exploring gender identities, relations, practices, theories and institutions. The students who enroll in our classes each semester gain the opportunity to understand how social, historical, and psychological forces, organized by the central concept of gender, shape them as individuals; attain a fuller understanding of human behavior, culture, and society; acquaint themselves with the experiences of those of different economic classes, sexual orientations, and cultural and racial backgrounds; and transfer the critical and analytical skills they acquire in the study of gender and society to other classes, beyond the campus to other activities, and eventually to their professional careers.
    • Contact: GSFS@duke.edu, 919.684.5683
  • Center for Multicultural Affairs (CMA)
    • The Center for Multicultural Affairs  serves as a resources for all students, with a focus on all students of color on campus. The CMA is committed to expanding and supporting our Duke community through programmatic, advising, support, and engagement efforts informed through an inclusive and socially just lens.
    • Contact: dcma@duke.edu, 919.681.6756
  • Center for Muslim Life
    • The Center for Muslim Life serves as the home for Muslim life on Campus. The CML is committed to enriching the lives of Muslim students and the whole campus through events and activities that cater to the spiritual, social, and intellectual needs of Duke students.
    • Contact: dukecml@duke.edu
  • Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity (CSGD)
    • Our goal is to create an inclusive climate for students, staff, faculty, and alumnx with marginalized sexual orientations, romantic orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions through education, advocacy, support, mentoring, academic engagement, and providing space.
    • Contact: csgd@studentaffairs.duke.edu
  • Duke International Student Center (DISC)
    • The Duke International Student Center (DISC) serves Duke’s international students, scholars, their families, and the broader community through advocacy, advising, educational programming, and community building.
    • Contact: intlstudents@duke.edu
  • Jewish Life at Duke
    • Empowering students to learn and grow intellectually and spiritually, to inspire and nurture personal paths to Jewish identity, and to cultivate community and friendship.
    • Contact: jewishlife@duke.edu, 919.684.6422
  • Mary Lou Williams Center for Black Culture
    • Promoting racial understanding and building community: The mission of the Mary Lou Williams Center at Duke University is to foster a safe and affirming community that supports the diverse needs of Black-identified people.
    • Contact: marylou@duke.edu, 919.684.381

Campus

  • Duke Health OBGYNs - Find a Doctor 
    • We know every person is different, and so are your unique health needs. Duke obstetricians, gynecologists, and ob-gyn specialists provide comprehensive care for all stages of your life, from contraception and family planning through pregnancy, childbirth, menopause, and beyond. We take a personalized approach to your reproductive health.
    • Contact: 919.918.0486
  • Duke Student Health
    • Providing evidence-based, student-centered healthcare to the campus community. We offer a wide range of healthcare services for all Duke students, many of which are covered by the student health fee. Every time you need services, you'll discover professional and compassionate care that directly contributes to your well-being and overall success.
    • Contact: 919.681.935

Campus

  • Campus Recreation
    • Duke Recreation & Physical Education prides itself on providing opportunities that support all types of movement, interests, and abilities.
    • Contact: recreation@duke.edu, Wilson: 919.613.7489, Brodie: 919.613.7534 
  • Duke Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
    • Supporting the psychological and emotional well-being of our campus community.
    • Contact: 919.660.1000
  • Duke Children's Campus
    • The Duke Children's Campus is a five star rated child care center located on campus for the exclusive use of Duke faculty, staff and students
    • Contact: 919.684.8644
  • Duke Lactation Spaces
    • Duke recognizes the importance and benefits of breastfeeding/chestfeeding for infants and has made special accommodations to support new parents as part of its commitment to providing a family-friendly work environment. 
    • Contact: staff-family-programs@duke.edu
  • DukeReach
    • We provide case management services including coordination, advocacy, referrals, and follow-up services for students who are experiencing significant difficulties related to mental healthy, physical health, psycho-social adjustment, post-hospitalization support, and coordination of care.
    • Contact:  919.681.2455
  • Duke Student Health
    • Providing evidence-based, student-centered healthcare to the campus community. We offer a wide range of healthcare services for all Duke students, many of which are covered by the student health fee. 
    • Contact: 919.681.9355
  • DuWell
    • Engaging students through a variety of wellness experiences across campus in an effort to promote wellness, manage stress, reduce anxiety, and reduce risk.
    • Contact: duwell@studentaffairs.duke.edu

NOTE: The Women’s Center staff are now responsible employees of the university.  While we no longer provide clinical services or prevention-focused programming, we do work closely with the Gender Violence Intervention Coordinator and Case Manager in CAPS to provide student support. For a comprehensive list of Duke GVPI services and resources, visit https://students.duke.edu/get-assistance/gender-violence/. 

Campus

  • Duke Gender Violence Education & Outreach
    • The Office for Gender Violence Education and Outreach is a trauma-informed resource on Duke's campus that aims to empower students through education, awareness, and proactive measures to create a community free from violence. Services and support are available when you need them. Gender Violence Prevention and Intervention services include counseling, reporting options, supportive measures, and prevention efforts.
    • Contact: GVICoordinator@duke.edu, 984.569.0592
  • Duke Office of Institutional Equity (OIE) - Sexual Misconduct & Title IX
    • Duke upholds all federal laws prohibiting discrimination, including Title IX of the Education Amendment Act of 1972, a federal law that requires all entities receiving federal government funds and financial assistance to prohibit sex discrimination in their programs and activities.
    • Contact: oie-help@duke.edu, 919.684.8222