Prevalence, Challenges and Barriers to Seeking Support

Research on the rates of gender-based violence experienced by international students is limited. Unfamiliarity with US culture, language barriers, lack of a local support system, prejudice and discrimination, and unfamiliarity with laws are some factors that may increase risk to violence or create barriers to seeking support for international students.

For more information on gender based violence and resources for support:

• CAPE Brochure in Arabic
• CAPE Brochure in Farsi
• CAPE Brochure in Mandarin
• CAPE Brochure in Cantonese
• CAPE Brochure in Spanish

CAmpus & community resources

Confidential DU Resources

• CAPE (Center for Advocacy, Prevention, and Empowerment) provides free and confidential advocacy and support to survivors of sexual assault, relationship violence, stalking and harassment.
      o Daytime Advocacy: 303-871-3853
      o After-Hours Counselor on Call: 303-871-2205
      o Email: [email protected]
      o Address: 1981 S University Blvd., Denver, CO 80210
• Health and Counseling Center provides confidential medical and mental health services.
      o Phone: 303-871-2205
      o Counselor on Call: 303-871-2205
      o Email: [email protected]

Non-Confidential DU Resoures

• International Student & Scholar Services
      o Phone: 303-871-4912
      o Website: https://www.du.edu/isss/
• DU Reporting Resources 

 Community-Based Resources

• Muslim Family Services
      o Phone: 303-755-5228
      o Website: http://mfscolorado.org/
• Asian Pacific Development Center
      o Phone: 303-923-2920
      o Website: https://www.apdc.org/
• Servicios de La Raza
      o Phone: 303-953-5930
      o Website: http://serviciosdelaraza.org/
• Safehouse Denver
      o Phone: 303-318-9989
      o Website: https://safehouse-denver.org/

To learn more, or to connect with an advocate,
contact the Coordinator of CAPE Advocacy Services, Kayla Ham,
at 303-871-3853 or [email protected].