About VPR
Violence Prevention and Response (VPR) is MIT’s primary on-campus resource for preventing and responding to interpersonal violence including sexual assault, dating and domestic violence, stalking, and sexual harassment. Our mission is to end sexual and relationship violence by cultivating healthy communities and advocating for those impacted. All our services are free and confidential.
Our office is located on the fifth floor of the Student Center (W20-547).
Who We Support
- MIT undergraduate and graduate students and their spouses who have experienced interpersonal violence whether it happened:
- On campus or off campus
- Before coming to MIT or during their time at MIT
- Friends, colleagues, professors, and family seeking help in providing support to an MIT student or spouse
How We Support
We support students by offering emotional support, providing referrals, and helping them think through their options, such as:
- Obtaining medical and legal assistance
- Accessing counseling services on or off campus
- Navigating campus procedures, including housing, academic help, the campus reporting process, and the adaptable resolution process
Our Staff