The RSVP Center provides services around our three pillars: Educate, Prevent, and Respond. All of our case management services are free and confidential. Survivors and supporters alike are welcome in our center.
Faculty or staff impacted by sexual violence, relationship violence, or stalking are eligible for our support services. Please see the Case Management and Support page for specific information.
Educational resources, teaching materials, and consultation with a staff member are offered to any University employee wanting to expand your and your student’s knowledge. Check out our Teaching Materials page for more information.
Professional Development Opportunities
Mizzou Bystander Intervention Initiative
The University of Missouri is committed to creating a healthy and safe student environment. We are utilizing a new in-person training program, Mizzou Bystander Intervention Initiative (MUBII), to promote community connectedness and civic engagement and empower students to get involved in situations where they can prevent, reduce, or respond to harm. The Mizzou Bystander Intervention Initiative works to address multiple interconnected issues, including alcohol and other drug use, bias and discrimination, interpersonal violence, and mental well-being. (45-60 minutes)
Customizable Workshops
Building Bridges – A Framework for Collaboration Across Difference
This is an engaging educational presentation on diversity and inclusion in today’s world. In the introduction, we will discuss the importance of inclusion and set the goals of the workshop: understanding, dialogue, and actionable steps towards inclusivity. We will delve into definitions of diversity and inclusion, acknowledge the benefits of both, and explore concepts that impact our lives today. Our engaging engagement activity, the Social Identity Wheel, will allow participants to reflect on their identities and engage in group discussions to gain insight and understanding. Learn actionable steps and best practices to foster a more inclusive environment, and share your suggestions and commitments to action. (45-60 minutes)
Building Inclusion through Dialogue
Throughout the presentation, attendees learned about the crucial role of empathy, self-awareness, and effective communication in cultivating inclusive environments. Engaging interactive activities were incorporated, allowing participants to apply these concepts to real-life scenarios, thereby enhancing their practical skills in promoting inclusion. This presentation emphasized the importance of fostering a culture of respect, understanding, and support for all individuals. Participants left with increased knowledge and actionable strategies designed to help them contribute meaningfully to inclusive communities. Overall, this presentation served as a significant opportunity for personal and communal growth in the ongoing effort to enhance inclusivity and understanding within our society. (45-60 minutes)
Building Self-Awareness
This presentation aims to cultivate a deeper understanding of self-awareness and its significant role in addressing and healing from discriminatory attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors. By increasing self-awareness, participants can better recognize and confront internalized dominance—the often unconscious acceptance of societal norms perpetuating inequality. This understanding is essential for promoting personal growth and fostering a more inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives. The presentation will address how cultivating self-awareness is not merely an individual endeavor but also a collective responsibility. Participants will learn strategies to support themselves and others in the journey toward healing, fostering environments where open discussions about our differences can thrive. This holistic approach acknowledges that personal growth contributes to broader societal change, ultimately empowering individuals to become more effective allies in the fight against racism and injustice. (45-60 minutes)
Breaking Barriers – Understanding Systems
This engaging and thought-provoking presentation, designed to last 45 to 55 minutes, focuses on the significant historical impacts of discrimination on marginalized communities within organizational settings. Intended for an audience eager to deepen their understanding of these issues, the session aims to enhance awareness of how discrimination manifests in today’s society and build awareness of our role in creating an inclusive community.