Relationship Education and Violence Prevention Services

Relationships come in many forms - friendships, romantic relationships, families - and significantly impact well-being. While not all relationships are the same, the impact they have on our lives can be profound. Understanding the difference between healthy and unhealthy relationships is essential for fostering growth and personal well-being.

At its core, a healthy relationship is one that expresses:

• Respect and equality
• Honest and open communication, without fear of retaliation
• Trust and support of each other
• Constructive resolution of conflicts
• A sense of independence

Healthy relationships contribute to your sense of belonging and resilience. It is important to remember that a healthy relationship does not mean a perfect one. It simply means that individuals have a commitment to supporting one another and safely handling conflict.

The Wellness Center provides various resources for any student who may want to explore these concepts and topics further.

Together as One: Critical Conversations on Healthy Relationships

In this six-week series, participants will gain the skills necessary to advocate for themselves and others. By exploring the signs of healthy and unhealthy relationships, participants learn the language and tools necessary to address various relationships in their life. All workshops are facilitated by trained professionals and presented in a Hy-Flex format (you determine the mix of in-person/virtual attendance). Students who attend five out of the six workshops will also earn a Wellness Advocate digital badge.

Reach out to wellness.education@lehman.cuny.edu to learn more about this series and how you can attend.

Research and Learning Resources

• One Love Foundation - The One Love Foundation is a national non-profit with the goal of ending relationship abuse. Below are resources from One Love:
• 10 Signs of Healthy and Unhealthy Relationships
• 10 Signs of An Unhealthy Relationship-LGBTQ+ Edition
• Love is Respect - Love is respect is a national resource focused on disrupting and preventing intimate partner violence through inclusive and equitable education, support and resources. Below are resources from love is respect:
• Intimate Relationships
• Relationship Spectrum
• Supporting Others

If you or someone you know need support or help, below you will find some community and campus resources.

Community Resources

• Kingsbridge Heights Community Center: Changing Futures - This program works with victims of sexual abuse, sexual assault and domestic violence. It is the only program in the Bronx that offers free long-term treatment services.
  
  To get help, contact 718-884-0700 Ext 100 or email info@khcc-nyc.org.

• Safe Horizon - This program provides support for victims of crime and abuse, their families and communities.
  Bronx Community Program Office
  384 East 149^th St 6^th Floor
  Bronx, NY 10451
  
  The Safe Horizon Community Program helpline can be reached Monday-Friday 9am-5pm at 1-855-234-1042.

Additional Campus Resources

• Department of Public Safety
  Tel. 718-960-8593
  Email: public.safety@lehman.cuny.edu
• Title IX Coordinator
  Christine McGrath
  Tel. 718-960-8111
  Email: Christine.mcgrath@lehman.cuny.edu
• Counseling Center
  Karen Smith Moore, Director
  Tel. 718-960-8761
  Email: karen.smithmoore@lehman.cuny.edu
• Compliance and Operations
  Denny Santos, Director
  Tel. 718-960-8242
  Email: denny.santos@lehman.cuny.edu