Domestic Violence

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, support is available through various resources. Your local HR officer can help you find the support you deserve.

Domestic violence affects individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and communities and can take many forms, such as threats, intimidation, physical violence, financial control, and more. It is not only a personal issue but one that can impact families, workplaces, and communities.

Key resources for support include

• Harvard’s Employee Assistance Program (877-327-4278): Confidential counseling, assessment, and referrals for staff and their households, including unlimited support for managers and HR practitioners. Trained domestic violence counselors are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week by telephone.
• Harvard University Police Department (HUPD) (617-495-1212): Offers safety planning, assistance with restraining orders, and support with legal processes.
• SafeLink (877-785-2020): A 24-hour, toll-free statewide service providing support for those affected by domestic violence. Available in multiple languages.