Title IX is a federal civil rights law apart of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits sex based discrimination in any educational program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. This includes protections against sexual harassment, sexual assault, and sex-based discrimination, ensuring everyone has equal access to educational opportunities. Although, Title IX is most commonly associated with gender equity in athletics. Title IX has broadened the scope to prohibit gender-based discrimination in all college programs and activities. The law includes sexual harassment, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking as defined under the Clery Act, and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
At Cascadia College, these protections apply to all students, faculty, and staff, and they cover conduct that occurs in the context of a college program or activity including admissions, employment, and safety on campus. Title IX also prohibits retaliation against any individual who reports discrimination, files a formal complaint, or participates in a Title IX investigation or hearing.
We encourage reports to be submitted as soon as possible. However, the college reserves the right to investigate or take action based on the safety and well-being of the campus community, regardless of when the report is made.
If you believe you have experienced or witnessed behavior that may fall under Title IX, you are encouraged to contact the Title IX Coordinator to learn about your rights and options.
If you are a student and prefer to learn more about your options before contacting Title IX, you can schedule a private consultation with a Confidential Advocate through the Violence and Prevention Advocacy office for guidance and support.
You can file a formal complaint or report on behalf of someone else via our online intake form. The Title IX Coordinator will review and schedule an intake to learn more about your experience and how we can support you.
To schedule a meeting or voice a concern with Cascadia’s Title IX Office, please contact:
Title IX Coordinator for Student Complaints
Jasmin Means
18345 Campus Way NE
Bothell, WA, 98011
Email: titleix@cascadia.edu | Phone: 425-352-8334
Title IX Coordinator for Employee Complaints
Ifrah Mohamed
18345 Campus Way NE
Bothell, WA, 98011
Email: titleix@cascadia.edu | Phone: 425-352-8305