Discussion List for campus-based and allied personnel working to end gender-based violence on campus.

[Jennifer Warwick <>]

Hello!
I am the Victim Advocate at Pacific Lutheran University in Washington 
State.  Our program is grant funded and in the second year of existence. 
 I am working on developing a policy related to my position so that 
students and the University have a clear understanding of the boundaries 
of my role.  I would like to have the input from others who have a 
similar position, especially if you have a social work background. My 
questions are:

1. Do you guarantee confidentiality?  If so, are you covered by advocate 
privilege in your state? If not, how do you deal with victim's privacy?

2. Do you ask students to sign releases of information or any other 
waivers?  If so, are you willing to share examples?

3. Do you participate in any type of wrap around groups or meeting to 
address critical events on campus (i.e. a recent assault, student of 
concern)? If so, what does this look like?

I really appreciate any feedback!  Thanks!

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