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Start by Believing: Supporting Disclosures of Sexual Violence

Location

Online

Date & Time

January 14, 2026, 12:00 pm1:00 pm

Description

In collaboration with the Division of Institutional Equity and UMBC Campus Police:

Start by Believing: Supporting Disclosures of Sexual Violence

This workshop is designed for faculty and staff who may be the first person a survivor confides in.

Join us to:

  • Learn about the Start by Believing campaign

  • Build confidence in responding to disclosures of sexual assault, harassment, or domestic violence

  • Strengthen our survivor-centered, trauma-informed campus community

Date: January 14, 2026

Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Location: Virtual via Webex

Let’s work together to create a culture of support, and safety at UMBC


If you plan to attend please RSVP below.


This event is open for full participation by all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected category under applicable federal law, state law, and the University's nondiscrimination policy.

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Start by Believing
Wed January 14
12:00pm-1:00pm
Virtual Interactive Workshop

This workshop is designed for faculty and staff who may be the first person a survivor tells about experiencing abuse. 

Build confidence in how to respond to disclosures of sexual assault, harassment, or domestic violence.