Affiliated Programs
Four affiliated student clubs have grown out of the mission of the Women's Center and operate in tandem with the Center:
Celebrating its 16th anniversary, SAVE (Sexual Assault and Violence Education) is dedicated to educating the campus about sexual assault and dating and domestic violence.
Each year, SAVE plans and carries out:
- Week Without Violence in the fall
- Take Back the Night in the spring
- Film events and discussions
- Training related to sexual assault and domestic violence prevention.
The group also offers opportunities to volunteer with the Domestic Violence Services women's shelter and legal clinic and the Lancaster YWCA's Sexual Assault Prevention and Counseling Center.
Voices for Planned Parenthood, or VOX, raises awareness on campus about reproductive health and rights.
In cooperation with Appel Health Services and the Office of Health and Wellness, the group
- Brings accurate information on reproductive and sexuality issues directly to students
- Sponsors or co-sponsors on-campus events promoting healthy sexual behavior and choice
- Offers education on sexual health including a Get Tested! campaign to combat STIs.
A relatively new group, the International Women's Outreach Committee (IWOC) has two major goals:
- To connect with women and women's groups overseas and provide assistance (monetary or otherwise), if needed
- To educate and raise campus awareness of global women's issues on the F&M campus.
IWOC sponsors speakers, films and information sessions plus is actively engaged in raising funds for NGOs and established overseas groups that serve women and children.
IWOC is currently working with American Assistance for Cambodia with the goals of building a school in rural Cambodia to benefit children who currently do not have access to an adequate education.
IWOC meets Mondays at 7pm in the Women's Center.
