Urgent Support

If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault, dating or domestic violence, or stalking, you are not alone—and help is available. This page provides resources for urgent support that are available 24/7.

If you are in immediate danger, call 911. 

Sexual Violence Response (SVR) at Columbia University

If you’ve experienced sexual assault, relationship violence, stalking, or other forms of gender and power-based violence, Sexual Violence Response (SVR) at Columbia University offers confidential, trauma-informed support to help you navigate your options, connect you to resources and provide supportive services.

How to Contact SVR:

24/7 Helpline: 212-854-4357

Office Line (Appointments): 212-854-3500

Email: [email protected] 

Locations:

  • Morningside Campus: Lerner Hall, Suite 700, 2920 Broadway, NY, NY 10027
  • CUIMC Campus: 50 Haven Avenue, Suite 206 (enter at 60 Haven Ave), NY, NY 10032
  • Barnard Campus: Hewitt Hall, Suite 105 (enter at Brooks), 3009 Broadway, NY, NY 10027

Website: https://www.health.columbia.edu/content/sexual-violence-response

Department of Public Safety

Public Safety can help ensure your safety, connect you with support services across the University, and, if you so choose, assist you in making a report to the police.  

How to Contact Public Safety:

NYPD Special Victims Unit

The Special Victims Unit’s 24-hour hotline is staffed around the clock allowing individuals the ability to report sex crimes and be connected directly and immediately with the appropriate Special Victims Squad who will handle their report.

24/7 Phone: 646-610-7272 or 212-267-7273