Bias Response and Title IX Office
Response, Prevention, and Support
About B-TIX
The Bias Response and Title IX Office (B-TIX) supports the Juilliard community through response, prevention, and support. B-TIX staff provide specialized support, answer questions, take reports, and uphold your rights under Juilliard’s Anti-Discrimination, Harassment and Hate/Bias Crime Policy and Sexual Misconduct Policy.
Contact Us
Our team is a nonconfidential resource. However, we are trained to safeguard the privacy of information to the greatest extent possible and only share information on a “need to know” basis to assist with response.
Rodney L. Pepe-Souvenir (she/her/hers)
Senior Director of Bias Response and Title IX Coordinator
Room 241
1(212) 799-5000 ext. 45393
[email protected]
Reisha Williams (she/her/hers)
Director of Bias Response and Senior Deputy Title IX Coordinator
Room 241
1 (212) 799-5000 ext. 7012
[email protected]
Janeen Mantin (she/her/hers)
Bias Response and Title IX Specialist
Room 241
1 (212) 799-5000 ext. 45417
[email protected]
Office Hours
Monday – Friday
9am – 5pm
For 24/7 emergency access to the Title IX Coordinator, contact Public Safety at (212) 496-4911.
Bias Response Deputies
Dan Stokes (he/him/his)
Director of the Office of Academic Support and Disability Services
Room 245
1 (212) 799-5000 ext. 320
[email protected]
Deputy Title IX Coordinators
Kirstin Ek, PhD(she,her,hers)
Associate Provost
(212)799-5000 ext. 7258
[email protected]
Jessica Rothbart
Director of Human Resources
Room 230
212-799-5000 ext. 45356
[email protected]
Jane Gottlieb
Vice President for Library and Information Resources
(212) 799-5000, ext. 265
Room 541, Library, Irene Diamond Building
[email protected]
Emergency Safety Tips
Medical Care after a Sexual Assault
Any person who experiences sexual assault or violence is encouraged to immediately seek medical assistance, including HIV and STI testing, pregnancy testing, treatment of any physical injuries, and the collection and preservation of available evidence through a sexual assault forensic examination.
Forensic evidence collection is best if done immediately after the assault or within 72 hours. Even though evidence may be collected after 72 hours, it may be difficult to collect or no longer available. It is recommended that victims of sexual assault do not bathe or shower, douche, use the toilet, brush their teeth, wash their clothing or bedding before a sexual assault exam. These activities may make DNA evidence unavailable or inconclusive.
Evidence Preservation
Although medical providers can assist with evidence collection, individuals who experience assault can also collect and preserve evidence that can be used in a criminal case if selected. Below are some steps to preserve evidence:
- Save worn items (clothing, tampons/pads, jewelry, etc.) in separate paper bags. Plastic bags are not recommended as they may destroy evidence.
- Text messages, direct messages or posts from social media, or any written communication related to the assault should be saved to support law enforcement in reconstructing a timeline of events. Additionally, it may be helpful to construct a written timeline as soon as possible that includes individuals (friends, family, people who may have seen interactions, etc.) you may have spoken to before, during, or after the assault.
Juilliard’s Health and Counseling Services offer STI testing but do not conduct sexual assault forensic exams. NYC medical providers are listed in Appendix A of Juilliard’s Sexual Misconduct Policy. Our staff and deputies may assist you in receiving care. You do not have to report to the School or law enforcement to receive medical care.
Safety Planning
Safety planning can be a critical step for individuals impacted by any form of sexual misconduct. Simply put, a safety plan is a written or verbal plan that accounts for safety concerns related to possible interactions with the person who perpetrated the misconduct. Connect with a direct service organization to discuss safety plan items such as: getting to and from work or school safely, appropriately documenting harmful behaviors, accessing criminal justice protections such as an order of protection from law enforcement or no-contact order from the school.
Stalking Log
It can be critical to maintain a log of stalking-related incidents and behavior. Recording this information will help document the behavior for protection order applications, divorce and child custody cases, or criminal prosecution. It can also help with remembering individual incidents later, which may be needed for reporting purposes. Click here for more information on creating a stalking incident and behavior log and a sample of the document.
Tech Safety Consultation
If you would like to connect with a Juilliard IT professional to discuss your cyber safety (e.g., reviewing privacy settings, setting up two-factor authentication), please let us know, and we can connect you directly. You may also email [email protected] directly. If you feel comfortable, you can say that our office referred you.
Reporting
Our team understands that reporting can be complex. Juilliard offers confidential and non-confidential reporting options, which can occur in-person or online.
Non-Confidential Reports
Non-confidential staff cannot promise confidentiality. However, we are trained to safeguard the privacy of information to the greatest extent possible and only share information on a “need to know” basis to assist with response.
When Juilliard receives a non-confidential report, the School will move forward to stop harm, prevent its recurrence, and remedy the effects as described in the resolution sections of our policies.
Non-confidential reports to the School can be made by:
- Reporting directly to B-TIX staff and deputies
- Submitting a Bias Response Webform, which includes an anonymous reporting option; you must be logged out of MyJuilliard to access this form
- Submitting a Sexual Misconduct Webform, which includes an anonymous reporting option; you must be logged out of MyJuilliard to access this form
- Reporting directly to Public Safety
Confidential Reports
Confidential reports are not shared with the B-TIX team or other School employees, except if the report indicates a serious and ongoing threat to the safety of the Juilliard community.
Confidential reports can be made to:
- Health Services (students only)
- Counseling Services (students only)
- Employee Assistance Program (employees only)
Alcohol and Other Drug Amnesty Policy
The Sexual Misconduct Policy’s Alcohol and Other Drug Amnesty Policy applies to students. It states that a Complainant, bystander, or other individual who in good faith reports any incident of possible sexual misconduct will not be subject to any action under Juilliard’s Code of Conduct for violations of alcohol and/or drug use policies occurring at or near the time of the reported sexual misconduct.
School Policies
B-TIX staff lead the School’s response to reports of misconduct as required by the Anti-Discrimination, Harassment and Hate/Bias Crime Policy and Sexual Misconduct Policy.
These policies:
- Describe our commitments to fostering a safe and equitable environment,
- Define prohibited behavior, including discrimination, harassment, hate crimes, dating violence, domestic violence, sexual harassment, sexual assault, sexual exploitation, stalking, and retaliation,
- Provide reporting options,
- List specialized and free resources,
- Govern Juilliard’s investigation, adjudication, and appeal procedures related to reports under each policy, and
- Describe rights, including supportive measures and due process.
Bill of Rights
At Juilliard, the New York State Students’ Bill of Rights, which is part of the Sexual Misconduct Policy, extends to all members of the Juilliard community, including faculty and staff.
In accordance with Article 129-B of New York State Education Law, all students have the right to:
- Make a report to local law enforcement and/or state police;
- Have disclosures of domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and sexual assault treated seriously;
- Make a decision about whether or not to disclose a crime or violation and participate in the judicial or conduct process and/or criminal justice process free from pressure by the institution;
- Participate in a process that is fair, impartial, and provides adequate notice and a meaningful opportunity to be heard;
- Be treated with dignity and to receive from the School courteous, fair, and respectful health care and counseling services, where available;
- Be free from any suggestion that the Complainant is at fault when these crimes and violations are committed, or should have acted in a different manner to avoid such crimes or violations;
- Describe the incident to as few School representatives as practicable and not be required to unnecessarily repeat a description of the incident;
- Be protected from retaliation by the institution, any student, the accused and/or Respondent, and/or their friends, family and acquaintances within the jurisdiction of the institution;
- Access to at least one level of appeal of a determination;
- Be accompanied by an advisor of choice who may assist and advise a reporting individual, accused, or respondent throughout the judicial or conduct process including during all meetings and hearings related to such process; and
- Exercise civil rights and practice of religion without interference by the investigative, criminal justice, or judicial or conduct process of the institution.
Prevention
Juilliard is committed to fostering a culture of prevention and awareness around discrimination, harassment, bias/hate crimes, and sexual misconduct.
Events and Tabling
Join us at events and campus tabling! Topics covered include healthy relationships, affirmative consent, bystander intervention, healing, safety-planning, self-care, resources, rights, and related topics. Events and tabling are shared by email, the Student E-blast, social media, and flyers.
We also welcome students, faculty, and staff to collaborate on prevention initiatives with us, as well as requests for customized training and programming, such as workshops, panels, and discussions. Please contact us if you are interested.
Student Training
All new students, student leaders, and student employees are required to complete an annual virtual training designed by B-TIX. Required participants will be notified by School email.
Employee Training
All employees are required to complete an annual virtual training designed by B-TIX. Required participants will be notified by School email.
Bias Response and Title IX Team Training
B-TIX honors Juilliard’s efforts to support equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. EDIB and B-TIX leadership have collaborated to develop a cross-campus collaboration plan formalizing the ongoing collaborative nature of bias response and EDIB-related work at Juilliard. Review the document to learn more about the offices’ ongoing partnership.
In collaboration with the Juilliard community, the School’s EDIB Initiative has created a list of recommended resources posted as a LibGuide for internal use. We encourage all community members to learn and understand systemic injustices and promote inclusion continuously.
Campus Climate Survey
Juilliard administers a campus climate survey on a biennial basis in accordance with New York State law. The survey assesses the understanding of resources, support services, and the Sexual Misconduct Policy, and to evaluate the perceptions of students, faculty, and staff on the School’s efforts around response, reporting, adjudication, and sexual misconduct prevention. Results are used by internal stakeholders to inform Juilliard’s response, prevention, and policy development.
Sexual Misconduct Campus Climate Survey 2018 Results
B-TIX honors Juilliard’s efforts to support equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. EDIB and B-TIX leadership have collaborated to develop a cross-campus collaboration plan formalizing the ongoing collaborative nature of bias response and EDIB-related work at Juilliard. Review the document to learn more about the offices’ ongoing partnership.
In collaboration with the Juilliard community, the School’s EDIB Initiative has created a list of recommended resources posted as a LibGuide for internal use. We encourage all community members to learn and understand systemic injustices and promote inclusion continuously.
Resources
Bias and Hate Crimes
The following NYC community resources provide specialized support for individuals impacted by bias/hate crimes:
- Crime Victim Assistance Program – implemented by Safe Horizon and NYPD; available citywide
- Crime Victims Treatment Center – mental health and advocacy services and legal referrals
- NYC Office for the Prevention of Hate Crimes – includes advocacy, mental health, and law enforcement resources
Gender-based Violence and Sexual Misconduct
Support is available for mental health, medical care, safety planning, law enforcement, legal services, and other advocacy. Below includes contact information, descriptions of services, and indicates which resources are confidential. Many of these services are free of cost.
Support Services
*Asterix indicates confidential services are available.
Advocacy, Mental Health & Legal Services
- Crime Victims Treatment Center (CVTC)
- New York City Anti-Violence Project (AVP) - specialized LGBTQIA+ care
- Sanctuary for Families - specializing in legal services
- SAVI – Mount Sinai Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention Program
- Womankind – services offered in 18+ Asian languages and dialects
- Safe Horizon Crime Victim Assistance Program – advocates at all NYPD precincts
- Safe Horizon Hotlines – 24/7
- National Domestic Violence Hotline – 24/7
- RAINN – 24/7 National Sexual Assault Hotline
- New York City Alliance Against Sexual Assault – Survivor Resources
- NYC WELL Talk. Text. Chat. 24/7 Mental Health Support
Law Enforcement
- Call 911 for assistance in an emergency
- NYPD Sex Crimes Hotline
- Safe Horizon Family Justice Centers – accessible in all five boroughs
- Safe Horizon Crime Victim Assistance Program – advocates at all NYPD precincts
- New York State Office of Victim Services
Medical
- Importance of Medical Care after a Sexual Assault
- Health and Counseling Services
- STI testing onsite – sexual assault forensic exams only conducted at SAFE-Designated Hospitals (click “+” next to SAFE-Designated Hospitals to see list in each New York State county)
- Nearby SAFE-Designated Hospitals (click “+” next to SAFE-Designated Hospitals to see list in each New York State county)
- Gerald J Friedman Transgender Program for Health and Wellness
Safety Information
Alcohol and Drugs
- Alcohol and Other Drugs Amnesty Policy for Students
- Drug-Facilitated Sexual Assault
- Help Save a Life! Recognize the signs of an overdose or other drug-related medical emergency
- NYC Health: Alcohol and Drug Use Prevent Overdose
Bystander Intervention
- Five D’s of Bystander Intervention
- Help a Friend or Family Member
- How to Respond to Street Harassment
- Tips for Talking with Survivors of Sexual Assault
- What should I do if I or someone I know was sexually assaulted?
Cyber/Digital Abuse
- 6 Tech Tips for a Healthy Relationship
- Counterspeech DOs and DON’Ts: a tool for countering online hate and harassment (Graphical Version)
- Counterspeech DOs and DON’Ts: a tool for countering online hate and harassment (Text Version)
- Digitizing Abuse Infographic
- DYI Cybersecurity for Domestic Violence
- Safety With Technology
- Tech Safety
- Tech Safety for Victims of Crime, Abuse, Domestic Violence and Stalking
- Internet Safety
- Technology Safety & Privacy: A Toolkit for Survivors
- What is Digital Abuse?
Intimate Partner Violence
- Creating a Personal Safety Plan
- Dating Abuse
- Domestic Violence: Signs of Abuse
- Help a Friend or Family Member
- NYPD Safety Planning
- NYPD How the Police Can Help
- Safety Planning Tips
Sexual Assault
- After Sexual Assault: A Recovery Guide for Survivors by Safe Horizon
- Importance of Medical Care after a Sexual Assault
- Preservation of Evidence
- Sexual Assault Forensic Exam
- Do You Know Why Every Hour Matters After Rape?
- Tips for Talking with Survivors of Sexual Assault
- You are Not Alone: Six Weeks of Healing Conversation for Survivors of Sexual Abuse and Assault with Rebecca Street
- What should I do if I or someone I know was sexually assaulted?
Stalking
Wellness & Equity
Consent
- Definition of Affirmative Consent under Juilliard’s Sexual Misconduct Policy
- Consent
- Consent: It’s Simple as Tea
- Ask for Consent Infographic
- I Ask for Consent
- I Ask for Digital Consent
- I Ask How Power Impacts Consent
- Everyday Consent
- Your Consent Guide
Healthy Relationships
- 10 Signs of a Healthy Relationship
- 10 Signs of an Unhealthy Relationship
- Healthy Conflict Resolution
- One Love Relationships 101
- One Love Blog
- One Love Videos
- Setting Boundaries
LGBTQIA+