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Need help with gender issues?

Student services previously offered by the Office of Women's Affairs (including advocacy in potential cases of gender-biased and information on funding) are now available through the Office of Dean of Students.

For staff and faculty concerns, please contact the Provost's office.

“IU Bloomington launches new initiative to support women on campus.”

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Empowering Women and the Larger Community of Indiana University Bloomington

The Office for Women's Affairs (OWA) exists to empower women and the larger community of Indiana University Bloomington. As a campus-wide unit which reports directly to the Office of the Provost, OWA educates through workshops and seminars, advocates for equitable as well as progressive policies, and partners with other entities to facilitate gender equity, personal safety, academic success, satisfying work environments, ethical leadership, tenure as well as promotion and career advancement for faculty, staff and students.

OWA advocates for policies and practices that bring about the full participation of women in the university community. Our office educates and partners with other campus entities to promote productive as well as satisfying working environments that are free from oppressive attitudes and illegal behaviors. We work diligently to ensure that women are free from all forms of harassment and relationship violence. Our office provides counseling, coaching and referral services to faculty, staff and students at no charge. OWA educates our community through research studies, reports and a workshop series on leadership, financial management, career advancement, self-care and work-life balance issues. Overall, OWA enriches our campus life by empowering all members of our university community with the cutting-edge policies and practices that improve the working conditions of women and men in our intellectual community.