This guide helps Duke Graduate School students understand the options and processes for reporting harassment, discrimination, and other concerns. Choose a situation below for guidance and resources. (Note: This guide is written specifically for students in Ph.D. and master's programs in The Graduate School.)

I need immediate support for my mental/emotional wellbeing or physical safety
I’m experiencing sexual harassment or discrimination
I’m experiencing gender-based harassment or discrimination
I’m experiencing race-based harassment or discrimination
I’m experiencing other forms of harassment or discrimination
I’m having a problem with my mentor or advisor
I’m having a problem with a student or colleague in my lab, research group, project team, etc.
I’m not sure whether I’m experiencing harassment and I want to talk to someone confidentially
Anonymous Reporting Options
Lists of Contacts

Immediate Help

Mental/Emotional Support Resources
Resources for Securing Your Safety

Contacts

Directors of Graduate Studies and Their Assistants
(Non-confidential)
Department Chairs and School Leadership
(Non-confidential)
OIE Liaison, appointed members of Duke units or departments who help to identify and address harassment concerns and complaints
Confidential Options