Sexual Assault Centre

We believe all survivors and the experiences of all individuals who have faced sexual or gender-based violence. All services are free of charge and available to people of all genders, sexualities and backgrounds.

Accessing Services

In-Person (2-705 SUB)

DROP-IN AND BY APPOINTMENT: Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Contact: uasac@ualberta.ca or 780‑492‑9771

Drop-in:
Mon 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Tue - Thu 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Virtual

By appointment: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Contact:  uasac@ualberta.ca or 780‑492‑9771

Services Provided

Services and options offered to U of A students by the Sexual Assault Centre.

Same-Day Support

Anonymous support for anyone affected by sexual assault or abuse, sexual harassment, relationship violence, or stalking — by appointment, drop-in or virtually. We’re here for you.

Review Your Options

Detailed exploration of options available, safety planning, strategies for coping, and self-care.

Psychological Support

Free, comprehensive psychological services for survivors of sexual assault or abuse.

Follow-Up + Accompaniment

Follow-up support and/or accompaniment service is available for those who seek medical attention, report their experience to the Office of the Dean of Students or law enforcement, or wish to make a campus or criminal complaint.

Advocacy

Advocacy to support students' personal well-being, safety, and academic success.

Assistance Responding to a Disclosure

Each person has the right to make their own decisions as to what to do next and to have those choices respected.  Learn how to offer support if someone discloses a case of sexual violence to you »

About The Centre

The U of A Sexual Assault Centre provides same day crisis intervention support to survivors of sexual violence and their supporters, as well as comprehensive educational workshops for the campus community. We actively work towards creating a campus community free of sexual violence and operate from a feminist, anti-oppressive, intersectional, trauma-informed, and person-centered framework.

Each person's privacy and individual recovery process is respected.
Learn more about confidentiality at the Sexual Assault Centre »

About Our Centre

Learn about our approach to crisis intervention support for survivors of sexual violence and their supporters.

Understanding SGBV

Get the answers to questions around sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) here.

Volunteer With Us

For over 30+ years our Centre has been providing students with engagement volunteer opportunities. Check back here for opportunities starting in the Fall 2024 term.

Roots Support Group

Roots is a five-week psychoeducational group programme that runs each semester built specifically for survivors of sexual violence. New opportunities start in September 2024.

Creating Change

Learn how to incorporate supportive conversations into your practices and help make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and our community.

Workshops

While the U of A Sexual Assault Centre is undergoing a program transition, we recommend  The Saffron Centre and the Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton (SACE) as resources.

Contact Us

U of A Sexual Assault Centre
2-705 Students Union Building (SUB)
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T6G 2H8

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