ACC takes great pride in facilitating events and presentations that support and empower students, employees, and community members who have been impacted by sex or gender-based discrimination or harassment.
Learn more about upcoming programs and find helpful resources. Programs are facilitated by the Equal Opportunity Compliance Office and partners at the college to support the Riverbat community.
The EOC is dedicated to providing an experience in which all students and employees can participate fully at events. To ensure everyone can engage comfortably and meaningfully, please contact us at equalopportunity@austincc.edu if you require any accommodations. Connect with us to share ideas for future programming or explore volunteer opportunities!
Upcoming Events
Spring Break Survival
This event led by the ACC Police is a great way to connect with trusted community partners to get tips and resources on having a safe and healthy spring break! With practical safety tips and community resources- get ready to make your break safe, smart and stress-free!
Time: 11-2pm
Date/Locations:
Round Rock- March 2
Elgin- March 2
HLC- March 3
Eastview-March 4
Cypress- March 5
Rio Grande- March 9
Northridge- March 9
Riverside- March 10
San Gabriel- March 11
Hays- March 11
South Austin- March 12
Heart to Heart with EOC
The Equal Opportunity Compliance Office will be in the Student Life Lounges at HLC, RVS and CYP on various dates in February to celebrate healthy relationships, self-love and kindness! This is an opportunity to learn about respecting boundaries, consent and a chance to learn about how the office of Equal Opportunity can support you. Stop by for a fun Valentine’s Day theme activity and goodie bag! More info here.
SEXucation SEXsion
The 7th Annual Sexucation Sexsion hosted by ACC’s Ascender Program is an opportunity to learn, connect, and enjoy some pizza while engaging in meaningful conversations. Hear from professionals about topics like Asking for Consent, Title IX rights, Psychology of Sex, STI prevention, and more! Join Ascender and other campus partners on Tuesday, February 10, from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. at the Highland Campus to grab a slice of pizza and discuss these important topics!
Consent Campaign
Check out the new posters for the 2024-2025 Consent Campaign around campus! Want more posters or some cool consent stickers? Contact the EOC or find us at one of our awareness events.
Call to Action! Respect Consent!
You have the ability to make consent a superpower! Make a difference by championing clear, enthusiastic, and ongoing consent in your relationships and conversations. Educate yourself and others about what consent truly means, and challenge any behaviors or attitudes that undermine it. By leading by example and supporting a culture of respect and communication, you contribute to creating a safer and more inclusive campus environment for all Riverbats.
Past Programming
Past Events & Awareness Programs
MachisNO: A Conversation about Male Expectations
MachisNO: A Conversation About Male Expectations invited an engaging discussion with our guest speakers, Dr. Willie Martinez (AVC of Student Engagement & Academic Success) and Jose Resendez (Regional Director, Learning Support Services), as they shared their experiences with machismo expectations and their insights on its links to domestic violence.
Dr. Manuel Zamarripa (Dean of Mental Health Counseling) and Dr. Gary Moreno (Director of the Latin American Cultural Center) guided the session, exploring the historical roots of machismo and discussing ways to challenge and change harmful stereotypes.
Attendees had the opportunity to learn, engage, and rethink perceptions.
Popcorn & Prevention: Active Bystander Training
ACC Mental Health Counselors led an Active Bystander training on identifying and safely responding to situations of domestic and dating violence, and discover the resources available to support effective intervention.
Unfiltered Red Flags: Toxic Relationship Traits Revealed
Participants joined an open and honest conversation about relationship dynamics, focusing on how to recognize both obvious and subtle red flags. The discussion offered practical tools and strategies for addressing unhealthy behaviors and promoting respectful, positive relationships. Attendees left feeling more empowered to support themselves and others in building healthier connections.
SEXucation SEXsion
The Sixth Annual Sexucation Sexsion was hosted by ACC’s Ascender Program and featured an opportunity to learn, connect, and enjoy some pizza while engaging in meaningful conversations. Students engaged in a empowering and informative session where professionals covered topics like Asking for Consent, Title IX rights, Psychology of Sex, STI prevention, and more!
Spring Break Pre-Game
Riverbats showed up at the Spring Break Pre-Game! Attendees had a blast building their own “Safe Party Favor” bags, playing Safety Pong, and engaging with awesome vendors while learning key tips for a fun and safe Spring Break.
The office also engaged with students at the Spring Break Survivor events hosted by ACC District Police at campuses across the district.
The Clothesline Project: Riverbats Give a Sheet
Thank you all Riverbats for stopping by at participating campuses to show how much you ‘Give A Sheet!’ The Clothesline Project, a powerful display raising awareness about sexual assault and domestic violence. Didn’t make it in person? Join virtually throughout April on Padlet at: https://bit.ly/4bl7xm9
Rise Up!: Stand Against Sexual Violence
This powerful event offered a safe space for students to share stories, support one another, and access resources for healing. Hosted by ACC’s Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance, Student Life, and the District Clinical Counseling team, it amplified survivor voices and encouraged action to end interpersonal violence.
Denim Day
Denim Day raised awareness for sexual violence prevention and showed solidarity with survivors. The movement began after a court in Italy ruled that a survivor’s jeans were “too tight” to be removed without consent, sparking global outrage and activism against victim-blaming. Participants wore denim to start conversations, challenge harmful myths, and stand united in support of survivors.
Love Knows Healthy Boundaries
This interactive session focused on recognizing unhealthy relationship dynamics and building a personalized Boundary Toolkit. Participants explored practical strategies to set and maintain healthy boundaries across friendships, dating, family, and work—empowering themselves to protect their well-being and peace.
Other Resources
Information You Can Use Flyer (Strategies to reduce one’s risk of sexual assault, recognizing that only abusers are responsible for the abuse they perpetrate.)
Confidential mental health counseling for students
Employee Assistance Program (Short-term counseling or crisis intervention services)
Title IX Resources for Victims
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