UCI Campus Assault Resources and Education (CARE)

UCI Campus Assault Resources and Education (CARE) Check out our CARE website www.care.uci.edu to find out about upcoming events and services! http://www.care.uci.edu/

We are located in G320A Student Center.

For more information about CARE and the resources that our office provides don't hesitate to contact us or check out our website! You can find us on the third floor of the Student Center right above the Student Center Terrace!

CARE invites students to join a Survivor Support Series—a five-week, survivor-centered space for students impacted by se...
03/12/2026

CARE invites students to join a Survivor Support Series—a five-week, survivor-centered space for students impacted by sexual violence.

Participation is completely voluntary, and engagement is welcomed at your own pace and in ways that honor choice, boundaries, and different paths to healing.

Thursdays for five weeks starting April 16, 2026
4:00 PM–6:00 PM

Location shared with participants

Complete the interest form to receive more details and next steps.
Link in bio: bit.ly/Student_SupportSeries

[Image Description: Photo of plants. Green background with white and pink text. Text reads: Survivor Support Series. Every Thursday for five weeks beginning April 16th, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm. CARE’s Survivor Support Series is a five-week, survivor-centered offering for students impacted by sexual violence. Participation is completely voluntary and honors choice, boundaries, and healing. bit.ly/Student_SupportSeries. UC Irvine CARE logo. care.uci.edu | (949) 824-7273 | . This project is supported by Grant No. 15JOVW-24-GK-03960-PILO,
awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women, U.S. Department of Justice.]

Join us on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | 4:30–5:30 PM for a restorative sound healing session.This trauma-informed experienc...
03/11/2026

Join us on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | 4:30–5:30 PM for a restorative sound healing session.

This trauma-informed experience uses sound and vibration to support relaxation, ease stress and anxiety, and promote well-being. This survivor-centered space is intentionally created for faculty and staff impacted by harm and those seeking a gentle, grounding pause.

Limited to 25 participants.

Link in bio!
Interest form: bit.ly/FacultyStaff_SoundHealing

CARE would like to present this years’ Take Back the Night (TBTN) theme and logo! “Building Community: Brick by Brick.”S...
03/10/2026

CARE would like to present this years’ Take Back the Night (TBTN) theme and logo! “Building Community: Brick by Brick.”

Save the date!
April 29th
6:00pm
Ring Road at the flag poles

TBTN is a powerful annual event dedicated to raising awareness about sexual and power-based violence, supporting survivors, and empowering our community to take action. This event has many facets including keynote speakers and performances, a candlelight march, a resource fair where you can win prizes, and a speak-out, and we’d love your support in making it happen!

There are various volunteer opportunities available, with different levels of commitment. Whether you want to help with setup, guide attendees, or assist with the Clothesline Project, there’s a way for you to contribute! Swipe to view links to sign up to volunteer for the event, perform at the event, or recommend a speaker/performer!

Links in out bio!
🩵 Volunteer: bit.ly/TBTN_Volunteers
🎤 Perform: bit.ly/TBTN_Performer_Interest
🎙 Recommend a Speaker/Performer: bit.ly/TBTN_Recommendations

Join us on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 | 4:30–5:30 PM for a restorative sound healing session.This trauma-informed experienc...
03/03/2026

Join us on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 | 4:30–5:30 PM for a restorative sound healing session.

This trauma-informed experience uses sound and vibration to support relaxation, ease stress and anxiety, and promote well-being. This survivor-centered space is intentionally created for students impacted by harm and those seeking a gentle, grounding pause.

Limited to 25 participants.

Interest form: bit.ly/Student_SoundHealing

Relationships 101: Learn the essentials of healthy connections! Explore different types of relationships, understand the...
02/26/2026

Relationships 101: Learn the essentials of healthy connections! Explore different types of relationships, understand the importance of boundaries, and design a custom bracelet showcasing the relationship values you want to live by.

Join CARE's Staff and Faculty Green Dot Lunch and Learn! Yes, lunch will be provided!  The Green Dot Bystander Intervent...
02/25/2026

Join CARE's Staff and Faculty Green Dot Lunch and Learn! Yes, lunch will be provided!

The Green Dot Bystander Intervention Training equips UCI faculty and staff with practical tools to recognize warning signs, intervene safely, and contribute to a culture of accountability and care. This interactive session focuses on building confidence and skills to support students, colleagues, and the broader campus community in preventing power-based personal violence.

Join us on:
🗓 March 11, 2026
🕛 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Cross Cultural Center Dr. White Room
🥪 Lunch will be provided!
Register here: bit.ly/StaffFaculty_GreenDot

Learn more on UCI CARE’s website: https://sites.uci.edu/care/green-dot-intervention/

We are excitedly planning this year’s Take Back the Night and are currently seeking performers to help shape this meanin...
02/19/2026

We are excitedly planning this year’s Take Back the Night and are currently seeking performers to help shape this meaningful evening!

We warmly invite solo performers and groups to share their talents as part of a night centered on community, healing, and collective action. Whether through music, spoken word, dance, or another form of creative expression, your voice matters!

Interested in performing?
Please fill out the interest form:
bit.ly/TBTN_Performer_Interest

If you would like to recommend a solo performer, group, or keynote speaker for Take Back the Night, we would love your input:
bit.ly/TBTN_Recommendations

Both forms can also be accessed by scanning the QR codes above.

We look forward to building this evening together and honoring the power of community!

UC Irvine CARE will be closed on Monday, 02/16/26, for President's Day. We will reopen Tuesday, 02/17/26 at 8am. Swipe f...
02/13/2026

UC Irvine CARE will be closed on Monday, 02/16/26, for President's Day. We will reopen Tuesday, 02/17/26 at 8am. Swipe for some resources that may be helpful during our closure!

UCI CARE is looking for a Graduate Student Assistant to join our team!This is a paid opportunity for a current UCI gradu...
02/10/2026

UCI CARE is looking for a Graduate Student Assistant to join our team!

This is a paid opportunity for a current UCI graduate student who’s passionate about violence prevention, education, and creating culture change on campus. In this role, you’ll support CARE’s programming, outreach, and prevention efforts for graduate students, faculty, and staff!

Perfect for grads interested in:
• Higher education & student affairs
• Public health, social work, or education
• Violence prevention & community care
• Facilitation, programming, and peer education

Apply now on Handshake using the QR code or bit.ly above!

Content Warning: Sexual exploitation, power-based harmRecent news coverage related to Jeffrey Epstein and the many other...
02/09/2026

Content Warning: Sexual exploitation, power-based harm

Recent news coverage related to Jeffrey Epstein and the many others involved in causing harm to numerous victims may feel heavy or distressing. If this coverage is impacting you, your reactions are valid and a normal response to what you may be seeing or hearing.

CARE provides free, confidential support to UC Irvine students, staff, and faculty impacted by sexual assault, dating or domestic violence, family violence, stalking, and other forms of power-based violence. You deserve care that honors your experience, your boundaries, and your pace.

CARE at UC Irvine
G320 Student Center
949-824-7273 | care@uci.edu
Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM

Welcome Rasta Bagheri as UCI CARE's new Assistant Director of Support Services!Rasta brings 15+ years of experience in s...
02/04/2026

Welcome Rasta Bagheri as UCI CARE's new Assistant Director of Support Services!

Rasta brings 15+ years of experience in survivor-centered advocacy and trauma-informed care, including 5+ years as an Advocate with CARE. In this role, they'll:

✨ Oversee our advocacy team
✨ Expand holistic healing programs
✨ Lead implementation of our OVW Expansion of Victim Services Grant

With an MSW from Boston College and expertise in supporting survivors of power-based violence, Rasta's leadership embodies CARE's values of accessibility, cultural responsiveness, and collaboration.

Please join us in congratulating Rasta! We're excited for the expertise, vision, and care they bring to this expanded role as we continue strengthening support services for our community. 💙

Rasta will continue supporting current clients during this transition.

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G320 Student Center
Irvine, CA
92697

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19498247273

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About UCI CARE

UCI CARE provides free and confidential support services to members of the UCI community who have been impacted by sexual assault, relationship abuse, family violence, and/or stalking. Programs and services are available to people of all identities and regardless of status.

UCI CARE aims to end these forms of power-based personal violence by engaging the campus community in education, programming, and transformative action.