Center for Women and Community : Student Affairs : UMass Amherst

We are committed to providing free and confidential Sexual Assault Support and Advocacy (SASA) services to all of Hampshire County. If you are struggling, want to explore new possibilities, are learning about yourself, and have experienced violence, we welcome you to reach out to our support services.

Call (413) 545-0800 for SASA Hotline.

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There are many ways to get involved and make a difference in our community. We offer comprehensive training to all our staff. We invite you to review the opportunities available.

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Explore our diverse range of events designed for everyone—whether you’re looking to support your community or take a break from your busy semester.

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CWC YIS Scholarship

YIS: Your Intervention Strategies is a bystander intervention program that helps you recognize ways you can take action when you witness something concerning. The annual $1000 scholarship acknowledges a student who intervened to help create a safer and more welcoming UMass community.

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