Everyone deserves a relationship free from fear, harm, and control. The Title IX Office provides on-going awareness education, resources, and programs designed to help students recognize warning signs of abuse, pursue healthy relationships, and get help when needed.
Dating violence is violence committed by someone who is or has been in a romantic or intimate relationship with the victim. The nature of the relationship is determined based on:
- The reporting party’s statement
- The length and type of relationship
- The frequency of interaction between the individuals
Dating violence can include physical, emotional, sexual, or digital abuse and often involves patterns of power and control.
A felony or misdemeanor crime of violence committed by
- A current or former spouse or intimate partner
Someone with whom the victim shares a child - A person who lives with or has lived with the victim in a romantic relationship
- A person legally recognized as a spouse under domestic or family violence laws
Domestic violence can impact anyone, regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, or background.
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NSU is Committed to Education, Prevention, and Early Intervention.
Our Title IX team partners with departments across campus to provide:
- Awareness programs and campaigns throughout the year
- Bystander intervention training
- Trauma-informed training
- Customized workshops on request
Community Resources
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Organization |
Phone Number |
Location |
Services Offered |
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Women in Distress (WID) |
24/7 Crisis Line: (954) 761‑1133 |
Confidential shelter (Contact for directions) |
Emergency shelter, counseling, advocacy, legal help, pet shelter, safety planning |
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Florida DV Hotline |
1 (800) 500‑1119 (TTY: 711) |
Statewide |
24/7 confidential support, statewide referrals |
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National DV Hotline |
1 (800) 799‑7233 (SAFE) |
Nationwide |
24/7 multilingual support, crisis intervention, legal & emotional support |
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Broward County Clerk – Domestic Violence Division |
(954) 831‑6565 |
201 SE 6th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 |
File injunctions (restraining orders), free self-help forms, legal aid referrals, childcare during hearings |
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State Attorney’s Office – Domestic Violence Unit |
(954) 831‑6955 |
201 SE 6th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 (Room 660) |
Victim advocacy, case tracking, safety planning, court support |
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Nancy J. Cotterman Center (Sexual Assault Treatment) |
(954) 357‑5775 (24/7) |
400 NE 4th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 |
Sexual assault exams, therapy, victim advocacy, child abuse intervention |
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Legal Aid Service of Broward County |
(954) 765‑8950 |
491 N State Rd 7, Plantation, FL 33317 |
Free legal representation for victims: housing, injunctions, immigration |
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Henderson Behavioral Health |
(954) 463‑0911 |
Multiple locations |
Mental health support, crisis intervention, DV counseling |
Recognizing the Signs
Abuse Can Look Like:
Control
"You can't wear that." "Text me back right now or else."
Digital Stalking
Tracking your location without consent. Going through your messages or photos. Logging into your accounts.
Verbal Insults
"You're too stupid to understand." "No one else would ever want you."
Isolation
"Your friends are bad for you." "I’m all you need." Slowly cutting off support systems.
Blaming You
"This wouldn’t happen if you just listened." "You made me do this." Guilt-tripping or gaslighting.
Threats & Intimidation
"If you leave me, I’ll hurt myself—or you." Punching walls, breaking things to scare you.
Emotional Manipulation
Silent treatment Making you feel guilty for setting boundaries Twisting your words
Sexual Pressure
"If you loved me, you’d do it." Pressuring you into sex or ignoring your "no"
Healthy Relationships Feel Like…
Respect
Your thoughts, feelings, and choices are valued. You are treated as an equal, and your voice is heard and considered. Differences are acknowledged and accepted.
Trust
You feel emotionally and physically safe. There is mutual confidence in each other’s integrity and actions, built through honesty, consistency, and reliability.
Open Communication
You can express how you feel without fear of judgment or retaliation. Both people listen actively, seek to understand one another, and approach disagreements with care and clarity.
Healthy Boundaries
You are free to say “no” without pressure or guilt. Your need for space, time, privacy, and emotional independence is recognized and respected. Boundaries are clearly communicated and mutually honored.
Freedom to Grow
You are encouraged to pursue your goals, maintain your identity, and build other meaningful relationships. A healthy relationship creates space for both people to evolve as individuals.
Remember
Healthy relationships are not perfect. They require effort, honesty, reflection, and kindness from everyone involved. But they should never leave you feeling small, afraid, or silenced.
If something doesn’t feel right, it’s okay to seek support. You deserve respect, safety, and care in all your relationships—always.