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how to refer a client to victim advocacy
Victim advocacy services are completely voluntary, meaning survivors choose if, when, and how they wish to work with our department.
Self-referrals
If you are seeking advocacy services for yourself, use the button below to make an appointment with a victim advocate.
Individuals seeking support can reach out to us directly, however, if you are a USF faculty or staff member and a student or colleague asks you for help connecting with victim advocacy services, you can refer them by filling out our or emailing us with the information below.
Please note: Once our office verifies that the individual has requested services, that the referral was made by a USF faculty or staff member, and that it is safe to do so, we will reach out to the individual directly. If these conditions cannot be verified, we will not initiate contact.
Due to confidentiality, the referral source may not receive confirmation of outreach or any additional information.
To: va@usf.edu
Subject: Victim Advocacy Referral
CC: [Survivor's Email]*
*If a survivor does not identify a safe email method for them, do NOT CC them on the email
Body:
Hello,
I am writing to refer a [student/staff member] for Victim Advocacy services. They have indicated that they would like services and were aware prior to this referral that I would be reaching out on their behalf.
Their name is [full name], and their U# is [U# here if available]. Their nickname is [nickname here if applicable]. They are aware that services may be provided either in person or virtually, depending on availability and their preference. If in-person, their preferred campus is [Tampa/St. Pete/Sarasota].
They have confirmed the following methods of communication are safe:
Email: [Survivor's Email] Phone: [Survivor's Phone Number]
Sincerely,
[Your Name]