Title IX States That:

No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.

Policy Statement:

CCSNH and its Colleges are committed to creating and maintaining a positive and productive work environment free of discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, and retaliation. 

 
CCSNH prohibits discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, and retaliation as defined in this policy. It is the intention of CCSNH to take prompt action to prevent the reoccurrence of behaviors that violate this policy. CCSNH and its Colleges, in compliance with Title IX of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education amendment of 1972, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, or physical handicap in any policies, practices, and procedures.

Scope of Policy and Jurisdiction:

This policy applies to all faculty, staff, other employees, students, & organizations receiving Community College System of New Hampshire (CCSNH) funding or use of the CCSNH school names. This policy applies to all CCSNH education programs and activities (including locations, events, or circumstances in which CCSNH exercises substantial control over the respondent and the context of the conduct). A complainant does not have to be a member of the CCSNH community to file a complaint at the discretion of the Title IX Coordinator. Policy Numbers for the student policy and employees policy are 323.02 & 730.04.

How to Report:

CCSNH encourages individuals to report incidents covered under this policy so that they can get the support they need and the College can respond appropriately while maintaining a safe and secure campus. Although strict confidentiality may not be guaranteed, in all cases the College will handle information in a sensitive manner and will endeavor to protect the privacy of individuals to the extent it can do so consistent with its obligations to respond to reports of discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, and retaliation. If a complainant expects formal action in response to their allegations, reporting to any non-confidential resource can connect them with the appropriate resources.

Reports of sexual misconduct/sexual harassment can be directed to the Title IX Coordinator, may be made in person or phone to the contacts below, or via this link: Maxient Reporting Link

Melanie Robbins, Title IX Coordinator
Director of Littleton Academic Center
[email protected]
603-342-3093 

Gretchen Taillon
Human Resources Manager
[email protected]
603-342-3003 

A report of sexual misconduct/sexual harassment may also be made to Campus Safety or local or state police. For more information please refer to the CCSNH TIX Policies above.

Confidential Resources and Confidentiality:

If an individual would like to confidentially report an alleged violation of this policy, they should contact a confidential resource. A confidential resource is an individual who is legally and ethically bound to keep confidential all information shared with them on the course of providing counsel and support, except under the circumstances noted below.

In general, the law recognizes and protects the confidentiality of communications between a person seeking care and a medical or mental health professional, religious advisor, or trained sexual assault advocate. The medical, mental health, and religious professionals (individuals acting in their religious professional capacity through a College office) at the College respect and protect confidential communications from students faculty, and staff to the extent they are legally able to do so. These professionals may have to breach confidence when they perceive a serious risk of danger or threat to any person or property. In addition, medical and mental health professionals may be required by law to report certain crimes (such as allegations of sexual and/or physical abuse of any person under 18).

An individual who speaks to a confidential resource must understand that if they want to maintain complete confidentiality, the College will be unable to investigate the particular incident or pursue disciplinary action against the alleged perpetrator. However, confidential resources may assist the individual in receiving supportive measures or other forms of protection and support such as victim advocacy, academic accommodations, disability, health, or mental health services, and changes to living, working, or transportation arrangements.

Campus Safety Office:

Reports may also be made with WMCC Campus Safety. These reports will be forwarded to the Title IX Coordinator, but are not reported to local law enforcement without consent of the complainant. 

Campus Safety
2020 Riverside Drive 
Berlin, NH 03570 
603 -342-3022 
[email protected]  

Reporting to a Mandatory Reporter

All CCSNH employees are deemed mandatory reporters for purposes of this policy. Mandatory reporters include any administrator, supervisor, and faculty member who does not have a statutory privilege of confidentiality by law or who has not otherwise been designated as a confidential resource advisor. Mandatory reporters who learn of an incident of discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, and retaliation. involving a student or employee are required to report that information to the Title IX Coordinator as soon as possible. Information reported to a mandatory reporter will be shared with others only to the extent necessary to respond to the situation and support the parties and in accordance with state/federal law. Mandatory reporters who themselves are a target misconduct under this policy are not required to report their own experience, though encouraged to do so. If a mandatory reporter fails to comply/report an incident or interferes with an investigation, that employee may be subject to disciplinary action. General inquires to mandatory reporters about policies and procedures and conversations where the alleged perpetrator is not named or implied from the circumstances would not constitute reports for the purpose of this policy. These types of inquiries should nonetheless be referred to the Title IX Coordinator.

Anonymous Reports 

Anonymous/online reporting is also available at WMCC; however, this may limit the college’s ability to investigate and address the report. Online reporting is available through the Non-Discrimination Form. 

Criminal Complaint 

Sexual misconduct that may be criminal in nature can be reported to local law enforcement. If an individual reports sexual misconduct at their college, the college will inform the individual about the option to pursue criminal action for incidents of sexual misconduct that may also be crimes under New Hampshire law. If requested WMCC can assist the individual in making a criminal report and cooperate with law enforcement agencies to the extent permitted by law. 

Reports to police that occur on or near the college campus may be made to:

Berlin Police Department
135 Green Street
Berlin, NH 03570
603-752-3131

Littleton Police Department: 
2 Kittridge Lane
Littleton, NH 03561
603-444-7711 

State of New Hampshire Police Headquarters
33 Hazen Drive
Concord, NH 03301
603-271-3636 or 603-273-4381 

Time Limits on Reporting

There is no time limitation on reporting or providing notice/complaints to the College. However, if the respondent is no longer subject to the College’s jurisdiction or if significant time has passed, the ability to investigate, respond, and/or provide remedies may be limited. The Title IX Coordinator may act at their discretion, documenting allegations for future reference, offering supportive measures, or engaging in informal/formal action as appropriate.

Inquiries Regarding Title IX May Also Be Directed To:

Inquiries may also be directed to:

Office for Civil Rights
US Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington DC 20202-1100
Customer Service Hotline #: 800-421-3481
Fax: 202-453-6012
TDD #: 877-521-2172
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.ed.gov/ocr

Other Resources:

James Astuto
WMCC Security Supervisor
[email protected]
603-342-3022
Main Lobby in Berlin

Littleton Security
[email protected]
603-342-3025

Jeff Swayze
College Counselor
[email protected]
603-342-3058
Room 127 in Berlin

BetterMynd
Online Therapy Platform
www.bettermynd.com,
Use your student login to register.

KGA Employee Assistance Program
[email protected], company code: CCSNH
1-800-648-9557

Confidential Resources (Berlin & Littleton)

Response Domestic and Sexual Violence Support Center:

24-Hour Response Hotline: 1-866-662-4220

uSafeUS:

The uSafeUS app was designed for students to keep resources on hand and help keep you and your loved ones safe. uSafeUS is Free for download.

WMCC does not tolerate sexual misconduct of any kind. If you experience sexual misconduct, including stalking, rape, sexual harassment, and dating or domestic violence, the resources on this page can help you.

Dial 9-1-1 for emergencies.

Title IX Trainings Available

RSA 188H: Sexual Misconduct Climate Survey:

In February/March 2022, a sexual misconduct climate survey with a series of standard base questions was distributed to all undergraduate and graduate students in the state of New Hampshire as a required component of a new state law aimed at addressing campus sexual misconduct. WMCC’s results can be found here. 

When reviewing the summary findings, please note that the definition of sexual misconduct as it relates to this survey is quite broad, so it is important to read the survey questions and responses in their entirety and note the total number of people who answered a specific question to best understand the results. The results will be an important component in our campus’s ongoing work to prevent and respond to all forms of sexual misconduct and interpersonal violence.

Statewide data on the sexual misconduct survey can be found here.