The Numbers
20-25% of women are victims of rape or attempted rape during their time in college. -Office of Civil Rights
Since the passing of Title IX, 6 times as many women participate in college sports. However, women receive only 40% of funds spent on athletics. - NCWGE, 2012
9 out of 10 college victims of rape knew their attacker. -Office of Civil Rights
6.1% of men experience attempted or completed sexual assault while in college. -Office of Civil Rights
69% of rape victims reported feeling at least somewhat or extremely concerned that others would blame them or hold them responsible for their rape. -National Victim Center and the Crime Victims Research & Treatment Center, 1992
The Facts
Title IX:
Prohibits gender discrimination
Prohibits sexual harassment
Prohibits sex violence
Prohibits discrimination against pregnant and parenting students and employees
Protects all students and employees
Requires the college to protect against retaliation
Requires the college to take immediate action
Requires the college to proactively prevent gender discrimination, sexual harassment, and sex violence on campus and in the workplace
Protects your right to hostile-free academic and work environment and ensures your access to education