Here For You
Interpersonal violence encompasses a wide range of harmful behaviors that occur between individuals. This can include:
- Physical violence: Hitting, slapping, pushing, or any act intended to cause physical harm
- Sexual violence: Any non-consensual sexual act or attempt to obtain a sexual act through coercion or force
- Emotional abuse: Verbal threats, intimidation, humiliation, or controlling behavior
If you've experienced any form of interpersonal violence, it's not your fault. You always deserve to feel safe, respected, and supported, no matter the circumstances. Healing looks different for everyone, and there is no "right" way to respond. Whether you choose to talk to someone, seek medical care, explore reporting options, or simply take time for yourself, you are not alone. There are compassionate professionals and confidential resources available to help you navigate your next steps at your own pace. You are worthy of care, and there are people at Bentley who believe you and are ready to support you.
Resources
If you or someone you know has experienced sexual or relationship violence, you're not alone. Support is available. Bentley offers confidential resources, counseling, advocacy, and supportive measures created to empower survivors.
Immediate Help
Need help right now for yourself or a friend? Explore your options for accessing care quickly, safely, and privately.
Reporting Options
It can be difficult to navigate your options for reporting an incident. There are no wrong decisions to make, and it's important to find the path that feels right for you. For more information about campus policies and reporting, please see the Title IX and Gender-Based Discrimination Policies page.
Supporting Survivors
There are so many simple yet meaningful ways to show up for a friend who has experienced harm, listen to them, and connect them with the help they may need. We all have a role to play in making Bentley a campus of compassionate and informed allies.