October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Oct. 20, 2026

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. UAF is committed to providing a safe and respectful campus environment free from gender-based violence. For those who have experienced domestic violence, know that you are not alone and you have options.

The Student Health and Counseling Center provides confidential counseling. Call 907-474-7043, or visit their webpage for more information. TimelyCare offers free virtual mental health care to enrolled students 24/7, 365 days/year.

The Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability leads UAF's Title IX compliance efforts. The decision to come forward and report sexual violence is deeply personal. Support services are offered to all students who report experiencing violence. ORCA's CARE team provides supportive measures and resources to all parties involved in a report. To learn more, call 907-474-7300 or email uaf-orca@alaska.edu.

ORCA also offers preventative measures through their Prevention and Outreach Division, including Bystander Intervention and Healthy Relationships training. Email Rachel Brinkmann, ORCA Prevention and Outreach coordinator, at rmbrinkmann@alaska.edu for more information.

The Interior �ֻ�ֱ�� Center for Non-Violent Living in Fairbanks provides free, 24/7 confidential support, crisis intervention and emergency shelter for survivors. Call 907-452-2293 or visit their to learn more about their services.