Title IX Resources and Support Services
At Nova Southeastern University, the safety and well-being of our campus community are a top priority. We are committed to creating a safe learning and working environment. The NSU Title IX Team will provide resources, support, and information tailored to your needs.
If you or someone you know has experienced sex discrimination or sexual violence, contact the NSU Title IX Coordinator at TitleIX@nova.edu or submit a report through our secure online reporting form to get resources and assistance.
Report an Incident - Get Support
We typically reach out via email, but if you prefer another method of communication, please let us know when completing the online form.
What is Title IX?
Title IX protects students, educators, and staff from all forms of sex or gender discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, sexual exploitation, dating and domestic violence, stalking, and retaliation.
Center for Student Counseling and Well-Being
The Center for Student Counseling & Well-Being (CSCW) by Henderson Behavioral Health provides confidential services to NSU students. From stress management to crisis intervention, CSCW provides individual counseling, consultations, and workshops to help students navigate challenges and reach their full potential.
Crisis services are available 24/7. Call (954) 424-6911
National Resources
These national hotlines are available 24/7 to provide confidential support and assistance:
- LoveisRespect.org | 1-866-331-9474
- The National Domestic Violence Hotline | 1-800-799-7233
- The National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline | 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
- The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline | 988
Local and State Support
Local organizations offer specialized support and services for survivors of sexual violence and abuse:
- Nancy J. Cotterman Center | (954) 761-RAPE (7273)
- Women In Distress of Broward County, Inc. | (954) 761-1133 or 1-800-500-1119
- Emergency shelter capacity is limited and priority is given to high-lethality cases.
- For injunction-for-protection petitions, call (954) 326-6302.
- For after-hours and weekend assistance, call (954) 761-1133.
- Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida | (954) 736-2495
- Division of Victim Services, Florida Office of the Attorney General | 1-800-226-6667
Regional Resources
Access additional support based on your location. Please expand the sections below to find resources specific to your region.
Police Department:
Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Department
13101 E Broncos Pkwy, Centennial, CO 80112
(303) 795-4711
Victim Advocate:
Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office
(720) 874-4038
Comprehensive Services Agency
The Blue Bench
P.O. Box 18951, Denver, CO 80218
Support Line: (303) 322-7273
Safehouse Denver Domestic Violence Services
24-Hour Crisis & Information Line: (303) 318-9989
Police Department
Fort Myers Police Department
2210 Widman Way
Fort Myers, FL 33901
Victim Advocate
Chevala Jones, Fort Myers Victims Advocate
cjones@fmpolice.com
(239) 321-8019
Comprehensive Services Agency
Abuse Counseling & Treatment, Inc.
(239) 939-3112 (24-hour Hotline)
201-4th Street, Fort Myers, FL 33907
Services are free of charge. Counseling/therapy is available by appointment.
Domestic Violence Services
The ACT Emergency Shelter, Abuse Counseling & Treatment, Inc.
Safe haven for victims of domestic violence and their children.
Police Department
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, Patrol Zone 3
8875 Liberty Ridge Drive, Suite 110
Jacksonville, FL 32256
Victim Advocate
City of Jacksonville's Victims Services
403 West 10th Street
Jacksonville, FL 32206
Phone: (904) 630-6300
Comprehensive Services Agency
Women's Center of Jacksonville
24-hour Hotline: (904) 721-7273
Office: (904) 722-3000 5644
Colcord Avenue Jacksonville, FL 32211
Counseling Services
Women's Center of Jacksonville
5644 Colcord Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32211
Phone: (904) 722-3000
Free counseling is available for recent sexual assault victims and their families.
Hubbard House (Shelter & Outreach Center)
P.O. Box 4909
Jacksonville, FL 32201
24-hour Hotline: (904) 354-3114
Office: (904) 354-0076
Police Department
Miami-Dade Police Department, West District (Hammocks) Station
10000 SW 142 Avenue, Miami, FL 33186
(305) 383-6800
Victim Advocate
Miami-Dade County Victim's Advocates
(305) 758-2819
Comprehensive Services Agency
Roxcy Bolton Rape Treatment Center
1611 NW 12 Avenue, Miami, FL 33136
(305) 585-5185
Counseling is available by appointment: (305) 585-7273
Safespace Shelter South
(305) 247-4249 (shelter)
(305-758-2546 (hotline)
Police Department
Miramar Police Department
City Hall Promenade
Miramar, FL 33025
(954) 602-4000, 11765
Victim Advocate
Miramar Police Victim Services Unit
(954) 604-4130
Comprehensive Services Agency
Nancy J. Cotterman Center
2995 North Dixie Highway
Oakland Park, FL 33334
24-hour Hotline: (954) 761-RAPE (7273)
Administration: (954) 357-5775
Domestic Violence Services
Women in Distress
(954) 761-1133
Police Department
Orlando Police Department, Southwest Station
6440 Raleigh Street
Orlando, FL 32835
(407) 246-2817
Victim Advocate
Victim Service Center of Central Florida
2111 East Michigan Street, Suite 210
Orlando, FL 32806
(407) 497-6701 (24-hour hotline)
(407) 254-9415 (office)
Counseling Services
SafeHouse of Seminole
PO Box 471279
Lake Monroe, FL 32747
(407) 330-3933 (24-hour hotline)
(407) 302-5220 (office)
Harbor House, (407) 886-2856 (24-hr hotline)
SafeHouse of Seminole, (407) 330-3933 (24-hr. hotline)
Police Department
Palm Beach Gardens Police Department
10500 North Military Trail
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
(561) 799-4445
Victim Advocate | Comprehensive Services
Palm Beach County Victim Services & Certified Rape Crisis Center
205 N. Dixie, Suite 5,1100
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
866-891-7273 (24-hour hotline)
(561) 355-2418 (office)
Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse, Inc. (AVDA)
PO Box 6161
Delray Beach, FL 33482
800-355-8547 (24-hour hotline)
(561) 265-3797 (office)
Cuartel de la Policia de Puerto
Calle Francisco Sein
San Juan, 00926, PR
(787) 793-1234
Apoyo y Servicios a Victimas del Crimen
Calle Colomer Sanchez #30
Utuado, Puerto Rico 00641
(787) 894-9442
(787) 725-8580
Police Department
Tampa City Police Department - District 2 Station
9330 N. 30th Street
Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 931-6500
Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office - District 2
2310 North Falkenburg Road
Tampa, FL 33619
(813) 247-8555
Victim Advocate
Hillsborough County Victim's Assistance Program
419 N. Pierce St., 3rd Floor
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-6472
Comprehensive Services Agency
Crisis Center of Tampa Bay
One Crisis Center Plaza
Tampa, FL 33613
Call 2-1-1 (Crisis Support)
(813) 964-1964 (office)
Counseling Services
Corbett Trauma Center, Division of Crisis Center of Tampa Bay
(813) 264-9955 ext.1008 (for an appointment)
The Spring of Tampa Bay
PO Box 5147
Tampa, FL 33675
(813) 247-SAFE (24-hour crisis hotline)
(813) 247-5433 (office)
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