Learn about different options for reporting an incident, support options and what comes next.
Explore the many options available for support even if a report has not been filed.
UMass Amherst’s Title IX Policy and Grievance Procedures and the Title IX Policy Hearing Procedures as administered by the EOA Office.
Title IX at UMass Amherst
Title IX at UMass Amherst protects against unlawful discrimination based on sex, sex-based harassment and retaliation by students, employees, or third parties who are participating or attempting to participate in the University’s education program or activity. Many campus resources (including counseling, advocacy and medical care) are available to support you, even if you do not formally report an incident.
LGBTQIA+ Protections Against Harassment & Discrimination
Due to a recent court decision, the federal government no longer considers LGBTQIA+ people to be covered under the United States Department of Education’s Title IX regulation. However, sexual orientation and gender identity/expression protections remain in the University's Affirmative Action, Non-Discrimination, and Title IX Non-Discrimination Policy and acts of discrimination, harassment and violence against individuals who are or who are thought to be LGBTQIA+ are addressed by the University’s Policy Against Discrimination, Harassment, and Related Interpersonal Violence as well as Massachusetts state law which similarly bans mistreatment based on sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.
We strongly encourage LGBTQIA+ students, staff, and faculty who have experienced discrimination or harassment to make a report to the UM Amherst Equal Opportunity and Access Office. Reports can also be submitted anonymously online: Report to Support. LGBTQIA+ individuals can also get help and support from the Stonewall Center, the LGBTQIA+ campus center.
Pregnant & Parenting Student Resources
Title IX protects students who are pregnant or parenting from discrimination in the educational environment.
Survivor's Bill of Rights
UMass Amherst is committed to providing options, support, and assistance to survivors to ensure they can continue their education and fully participate in campus life. Understand your rights.