Community Resources

SERVICES AND PROGRAMS IN BOTH THE UGA AND ATHENS COMMUNITY

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY OFFICE (EOO)/TITLE IX COORDINATOR
The EOO/Title IX Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that UGA complies with all applicable laws and policies regarding discrimination on the basis of race, sex (including sexual harassment or violence, dating/domestic violence, stalking and pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability or veteran status. LEARN MORE

LACTATION ROOM LOCATIONS
This comprehensive map and guide contains information on where mothers can find private rooms available for lactation needs on the University of Georgia’s campus. LEARN MORE

OFFICE OF INSTITUTIONAL DIVERSITY (OID)
OID provides institutional leadership to the focused effort to enhance and maintain a diverse and inclusive environment for learning, teaching, research and service at the University of Georgia. LEARN MORE

STAFF COUNCIL
The University of Georgia Staff Council advises the University President, elects representatives to the University Council and provides a sounding board for staff to communicate to the University administration. LEARN MORE

STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (SGA)
SGA strives to protect students’ rights and to advocate on behalf of the students’ welfare in the University community. The organization also serves as a liaison between students and the administrative bodies on campus. LEARN MORE

UGA CAREER CENTER RESOURCES FOR LGBT STUDENTS
The Career Center provides a comprehensive range of services, programs and materials focusing on career exploration and decision-making, skill development, experiential learning and career employment. LEARN MORE

UGA CAREER CENTER RESOURCES FOR WOMEN
The Career Center provides a comprehensive range of services, programs and materials focusing on career exploration and decision-making, skill development, experiential learning and career employment. LEARN MORE

UGA OMBUDSPERSON
The University of Georgia ombudspersons serve as third-party information providers who remain neutral while assisting individuals in having their concerns addressed through appropriate channels, including those related to discrimination and harassment. LEARN MORE

UGA POLICE DEPARTMENT PERSONAL SAFETY PROGRAM
The University of Georgia Police Department takes great pride in educating the University Community and citizenry of Athens-Clarke County in personal safety for women. LEARN MORE

UNIVERSITY COUNCIL
The University Council is comprised of faculty, staff, and student representatives and is charged in the University Council bylaws with establishing policies and enacting rules and regulations as it deems appropriate for the interests and welfare of the University of Georgia and its academic community. LEARN MORE

WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP INITIATIVE
An ongoing Women’s Leadership Initiative is addressing issues such as recruitment and hiring, career development, work-life balance and leadership development. LEARN MORE