{"id":1660,"date":"2025-09-08T11:50:36","date_gmt":"2025-09-08T18:50:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/laverne.edu\/student-affairs\/?page_id=1660"},"modified":"2025-11-20T14:50:43","modified_gmt":"2025-11-20T22:50:43","slug":"options-for-telling-someone","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/laverne.edu\/student-affairs\/options-for-telling-someone\/","title":{"rendered":"Options for Telling Someone"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span><a href=\"https:\/\/laverne.edu\/student-affairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/09\/DoYouWantToTellSomeone.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1746\" src=\"https:\/\/laverne.edu\/student-affairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/09\/DoYouWantToTellSomeone-992x744.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"992\" height=\"744\" srcset=\"https:\/\/laverne.edu\/student-affairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/09\/DoYouWantToTellSomeone-992x744.jpg 992w, https:\/\/laverne.edu\/student-affairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/09\/DoYouWantToTellSomeone-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/laverne.edu\/student-affairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/09\/DoYouWantToTellSomeone-405x304.jpg 405w, https:\/\/laverne.edu\/student-affairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/57\/2025\/09\/DoYouWantToTellSomeone.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 992px) 100vw, 992px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n**Disclaimer: If you are having an emergency and need immediate help, please contact 911.**<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Deciding to share your experience can feel overwhelming, and that&#8217;s okay. You are in control of who you tell, when you share, and how much of your story you decide to disclose. Below are a few things to consider as you make your choice:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<h4>Talk to A Friend or Peer<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Sometimes the first step is telling someone you trust.<\/li>\n<li>They may not have all the answers but can support you in finding help.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4>Confidential Conversations<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>If you want to share your experience without starting a formal process, there are confidential resources available.<\/li>\n<li>Please refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/laverne.edu\/student-affairs\/on-campus-resources\/\">on-campus resource tab<\/a> for more information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4>Anonymous &amp; Confidential Reporting Options<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Please refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/laverne.edu\/student-affairs\/off-campus-resources\/\">off-campus resources tab<\/a> for more information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>What to Expect If You Report<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>You&#8217;ll be connected with support services and informed of your rights and options.<\/li>\n<li>You will not be forced into a process that you are not comfortable with.<\/li>\n<li>You can have a Victim Advocate with you for emotional support throughout the entire process.<\/li>\n<li>Reporting may open formal options like no-contact orders or protective measures; a Victim Advocate can explain these in more detail. <a href=\"https:\/\/laverne.edu\/student-affairs\/off-campus-resources\/\">Off-campus resources.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Additional Reminders:<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>You&#8217;re not alone: Support is available whether or not you decide to report.<\/li>\n<li>Safety first: If you feel unsafe, reach out to <a href=\"https:\/\/myportal.laverne.edu\/web\/campus-safety\/home\">Campus Safety<\/a> or dial 911.<\/li>\n<li>Document events: Keeping notes, screenshots or other evidence can be helpful if you decide to report later.<\/li>\n<li>Confidentiality matters: Victim Advocates and counselors can help you understand what information stays private and help guide you through your healing journey.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; **Disclaimer: If you are having an emergency and need immediate help, please contact 911.** Deciding to share your experience can feel overwhelming, and that&#8217;s okay. 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