Sexual Harassment and Assault Response & Education (SHARE) Center

Sexual Harassment and Assault Response & Education (SHARE) Center is a nonprofit organization in New Haven, Connecticut, dedicated to supporting individuals affected by sexual misconduct. Serving all members of the Yale community, including students, faculty, and staff, SHARE provides confidential crisis support, advocacy, and referrals for experiences including sexual assault, harassment, stalking, and intimate partner violence, whether recent or past. The center offers ongoing counseling for undergraduate, graduate, and professional students, trauma-informed yoga programs, peer support groups, and resources for those concerned about their own behavior. Additional services include educational workshops on healthy relationships, boundaries, self-care, and supporting others, as well as a lending library of related materials. All interactions are confidential and can be anonymous, with support available via phone, Zoom, or in-person appointments.

SHARE operates from the Lower Level of the Yale Health Building, offering regular hours Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with reduced hours during summer and breaks. A 24/7 hotline (203-432-2000) ensures immediate access for urgent concerns. The center collaborates with campus and community resources, including the HOPE Family Justice Center, and provides guidance on navigating Title IX, the University Wide Committee on Sexual Misconduct, and law enforcement. Support groups and trauma-informed yoga programs are offered on a semesterly basis, with sessions tailored to themes such as self-care, boundaries, and healing. Each group is facilitated by two clinicians and welcomes new participants throughout the term.

Located at 55 Lock Street Lower Level, the SHARE Center sits just a short walk from the Yale Police Department, less than a quarter mile from Ella P. Scantlebury Park and Jean Pope Memorial Park, and within easy reach of Winchester Garden and Ingalls Ice Rink, all situated near Grove Street, a major thoroughfare in the city’s central district.

The center is recognized for its thorough, well-documented presence online, with a website that search engines interpret clearly and consistently. Its digital footprint includes detailed service descriptions, staff information, and accessible contact pathways, ensuring that individuals seeking support can find accurate, reliable information quickly and confidently.

By offering a comprehensive, trauma-informed approach to healing and education, SHARE plays a vital role in fostering safety and resilience within the Yale community and the broader New Haven network.