Crisis Services now offers on-campus advocacy and support for all members of the Canisius community. Kaitlyn Richter, domestic violence and sexual assault advocate, will be in Bosch 103 on Wednesdays and Thursdays, from 9 a. m. – 5 p.m. or by appointment.
The on-campus crisis services advocate is available to help any member of the campus community who has experienced dating/domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking. The advocate is a free and confidential resource who can help Canisius students, faculty and staff with support and advocacy, exploration of available options, referrals to counseling and medical services, assistance with the campus judicial process and/or criminal court and law enforcement advocacy. The on-campus advocate can also provide assistance getting reimbursed through the Office of Victim Services for costs incurred because of a crime.
The crisis services advocate is also available to faculty and staff for guest lectures and events. Presentations are customizable to the group’s needs and include topics such as:
- Unhealthy Relationships 101
- Sexual Violence 101
- How to Handle a Disclosure of Domestic or Sexual Violence
- Explanation of Crisis Services & Other Community Resources for Domestic/Sexual Violence
For more information, contact Kaitlyn Richter at (716) 381-0338 or krichter@crisisservices.org. The Crisis Services 24/7 Hotline is (716) 834-3131.
Submitted by: Eileen Niland, director, Counseling Center
