Survivor Advocate and Prevention Specialist
For Survivors of Sexual and Relationship Violence
If you have experienced sexual or relationship violence, Stony Brook University’s
Survivor Advocate & Prevention Specialist is here to help you.
The Survivor Advocate & Prevention Specialist provides confidential support to Stony Brook students who experience any kind of sexual or relationship
violence, including domestic violence, dating violence and stalking.
The Survivor Advocate & Prevention Specialist can provide you with support and connect
you to resources both on and off campus, such as assisting you with obtaining medical
care, psychological counseling and other services that will help you heal.
Samantha August
Survivor Advocate and Prevention Specialist
Center for Prevention andOutreach
(631) 457-9981
samantha.august@stonybrook.edu
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Survivor Advocate & Prevention Specialist?
The Survivor Advocate & Prevention Specialist is someone who is a confidential resource
for students who have experience sexual or relationship violence. The Survivor Advocate
and Prevention Specialistis responsible for providing comprehensive survivor-focused services, including on-call
crisis support and emergency response to survivors. The Survivor Advocate and Prevention
Specialist can assist you in receiving a SANE exam. The Survivor Advocate & Prevention
Specialist can connect you to resources both on and off campus and explore other support
services available on campus.
If I do not want to report the incident, can I still meet with the Survivor Advocate
& Prevention Specialist?
If I speak to the Survivor Advocate and Prevention Specialist does that mean I have
made a report to the school?
Can I meet with the Survivor Advocate and Prevention Specialist more than once?
Can I speak to the Survivor Advocate if my assault occurred off campus?
Is there someone who can go with me if I choose to have a forensic exam done?
How do I contact SBU’s Survivor Advocate and Prevention Specialist?
Does the Survivor Advocate and Prevention Specialist provide trainings?
