Title IX, Anti-Discrimination, and Anti-Bullying
Harvard University is committed to the principles of equal opportunity in education and employment. Harvard Divinity School condemns all forms of discrimination or harassment, whether subtle or overt, and asserts that all members of the community should join in assuring that all students are accorded the dignity and respect called for in the University Statement of Rights and Responsibilities. If you have a question or concern related to Title IX, discrimination, and/or bullying, please know there are resources and supports available to HDS students. This page provides guidance and resources if you need support or are assisting someone in need of support.
We recognize that choosing to talk with someone about these issues and experiences is a personal one and can be vulnerable and difficult. Whether a student chooses to seek support from a particular office or a particular person can be impacted by their specific experience and circumstance, the types of resources they need, their relationship to various support people, and/or their personal identities, background, and previous help-seeking experiences.
Please know that unless there is an immediate concern of safety, talking to one of these resources will not automatically initiate a process or complaint. We want to be a support to students in seeking resources with the aim of keeping control of any process in your hands.
A Note About Confidentiality: Unless explicitly stated, the resources on this page are not confidential resources, but are committed to respecting your privacy and sharing information only on a need-to-know basis. Learn more about responsible employees, privacy, confidentiality, and confidential resources at Harvard.
If you are in immediate danger and need help or want to speak to a specially trained officer about your situation, please call the HUPD at 617-495-1212.
Title IX, Anti-Discrimination, and Anti-Bullying Policies
- The HDS Student Handbook provides information on Harvard’s Non-Discrimination and Anti-Bullying Policies, Title IX and other related policies, and HDS’s Procedures for Discrimination by Instructional Officers.
- The Office for Community Support, Non-Discrimination, Rights and Responsibilities (CSNDR) provides detailed information on Harvard’s Non-Discrimination and Anti-Bullying Policies, Title IX, and other related policies and their associated grievance procedures
- University Disability Resources (UDR) welcomes students, faculty, staff and visitors with disabilities and is available as a central, university-wide resource on disability-related information and issues. Information on Harvard University Student Disability Grievance Policy and Procedure can also be found on the UDR website.
Offices and Resources for Title IX, Discrimination, and Bullying Concerns
Unless there is an immediate concern of safety, talking to one of these resources will not automatically initiate a process or complaint. We want to be a support to students in seeking resources with the aim of keeping control of any process in your hands. There are many reasons someone might wish to report or seek help related to Title IX, discrimination, and bullying concerns, including:
- seeking medical treatment and emotional care and support
- exploring supportive measures (such course-related extensions or adjustments or a no contact order)
- and/or, receiving information on University Policy and Procedures and on the wide range of resources available to the community.
The following are offices, people, and resources available to you to if you would like to speak with someone or report an issue:
Steph Gauchel | Associate Dean of Student Services; Title IX Resource Coordinator and Local Designated Resource for Students
Steph Gauchel is available to meet with students around any concerns or needs and can connect students with other resources and help coordinate care. Steph serves as the HDS Title IX Resource Coordinator and Local Designated Resource for the Non-Discrimination and Anti-Bullying Policies for HDS students. He is a primary support in helping students understand and navigate information on the University’s policies, procedures, and resources. He is also a resource for HDS international students and works closely with the HDS Registrar’s Office and the Harvard International Office (HIO) around support. Steph is also a member of the HDS Community Care Team in the Office of Community and Belonging.
Email: sgauchel@hds.harvard.edu
David F. Holland | Associate Dean for Faculty and Academic Affairs
David Holland is a resource for issues within the classroom or involving faculty, other than Title IX-related concerns.
Email: dholland@hds.harvard.edu
Kerry Maloney | HDS Chaplain and Director of Religious and Spiritual Life (Confidential Resource)
Kerry Maloney is a confidential resource to HDS community around any concerns, including those related to Title IX, discrimination, and bullying.
Email: kmaloney@hds.harvard.edu
Melissa Wood Bartholomew | Associate Dean for Community and Belonging
Melissa Wood Bartholomew provides support and resources to students, faculty, and staff navigating challenges related to community and belonging. She also serves as the Community Care Team Coordinator.
HDS Community Care Team
The HDS Community Care Team provides restorative, relationship-centered support and accompaniment to members of the HDS community who have experienced or caused harm. The team can provide listening, problem-solving, healing, accompaniment, resource referrals, and restorative-circle processes, as appropriate.
- Email: careteam@hds.harvard.edu
Note: The Community Care Team is not intended for emergencies or immediate support. Contacting the Community Care Team does not initiate a formal University process.
Anna Anctil | Director of Human Resources; Title IX Resource Coordinator and Local Designated Resource for Faculty and Staff
Anna Anctil is a primary support in helping faculty and staff understand and navigate information on the University’s policies, procedures, and resources.
Email: aanctil@hds.harvard.edu
HDS Denominational Counselors
The HDS Office of Ministry Studies employs part-time denominational counselors who serve students from a range of particular faith communities. Current counselors include representatives serving Buddhist, Baptist, Episcopal/Anglican, Jewish, Lutheran, Methodist, Muslim, Presbyterian, Roman Catholic, Unitarian Universalist, and United Church of Christ students.
Office for Community Support, Non-Discrimination, Rights and Responsibilities (CSNDR)
The Office for Community Support, Non-Discrimination, Rights and Responsibilities (CSNDR) is the University’s central office responsible for education, prevention, response, and compliance related to Title IX, Anti-Discrimination, and Anti-Bullying policy and procedure. CSNDR works with the Harvard community to foster an environment free from discrimination, interpersonal violence, and the impacts of such harm.
Nicole Merhill, J.D.
University Title IX Coordinator; Director, CSNDR
Email: nicole_merhill@harvard.edu
Sexual Harassment/Assault Resources and Education (SHARE) Team (Confidential Resource)
SHARE is a confidential and privileged resource for students, faculty, staff, and postdoctoral fellows affected by sexual harassment, sexual assault, stalking, abusive relationships, gender discrimination, or related interpersonal harm. SHARE provides trauma-informed counseling, advocacy, accompaniment, consultation, groups, and community referrals.
- Office Phone: 617-496-5636
- 24/7 Confidential Hotline: 617-495-9100
Email: CommunitySupport_SHARE@harvard.edu
Counseling and Mental Health Services (CAMHS) (Confidential Resource)
CAMHS provides confidential mental-health services to Harvard students, including counseling, psychiatry, groups and workshops, community referrals, and immediate support.
- 24/7 CAMHS Cares Line: 617-495-2042
- Urgent Care: 617-495-5711
Harvard Square Clinic: Smith Campus Center, 4th Floor, 75 Mount Auburn Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
University Disability Resources (UDR)
University Disability Resources is a central University resource for students, faculty, staff, researchers, and visitors with disabilities. UDR provides information and assistance regarding accommodations, accessibility, disability-related procedures, and University disability policies, including the Student Disability Grievance Policy and Procedure.
- Phone: 617-495-1859
- TTY: 617-496-0466
Email: disabilityresources@harvard.edu
Harvard International Office (HIO)
The Harvard International Office supports international students and scholars with immigration and visa-related matters.
HIO maintains an after-hours emergency number specifically for immigration and visa-related emergencies requiring an immediate response when the office and University offices are closed. Examples include loss of a passport or important visa documents, a visit by a government official, detention at a U.S. port of entry, or a threat of deportation or removal.
- After-hours immigration emergency: 617-495-5400
- General HIO Phone: 617-495-2789
- Email: internationaloffice@harvard.edu
- Address: Richard A. and Susan F. Smith Campus Center, Room 864, 1350 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138
Emergency information: HIO Assistance for Immigration-Related Emergencies
Harvard Immigration and Refugee Clinical Program (HIRC)
The Harvard Immigration and Refugee Clinical Program advances immigrants' rights through clinical education, legal representation, litigation, policy advocacy, and community outreach. HIRC houses the Harvard Representation Initiative.
Harvard Representation Initiative (HRI)
The Harvard Representation Initiative provides pro bono immigration legal consultation and representation, along with social-work support, to members of the Harvard community whose immigration status is at risk, including undocumented, DACAmented, and non-U.S. citizen community members.
- Phone: 617-495-6648
Email: hri@law.harvard.edu
Harvard Anonymous Reporting Hotline
To encourage individuals to voice their concerns, Harvard University has an Anonymous Reporting Hotline which provides the opportunity to report concerns in an anonymous manner.
Harvard Ombuds Office (Confidential Resource)
The Harvard Ombuds Office is a confidential and independent resource for members of the Harvard community. An Ombuds can provide a neutral space to discuss concerns, clarify goals, consider options, and identify possible next steps related to work or academic issues.
- Phone: 617-495-7748
- Email: ombuds_cambridge@harvard.edu
- Address: Richard A. and Susan F. Smith Campus Center, Suite 748, 1350 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138
- Resource: Harvard Ombuds Office — Cambridge
- Appointments: Harvard Ombuds Office — Make an Appointment
U.S. Department of Education | Office for Civil Rights (OCR)
The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights is an external resource for concerns involving discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, and age in programs or activities covered by federal civil rights laws. OCR also accepts complaints.
Boston Office, Serving Massachusetts
- Address: U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 5 Post Office Square, 8th Floor, Boston, MA 02109-3921
- Phone: 617-289-0111
- Fax: 617-289-0150
- Email: OCR.Boston@ed.gov