History and Vision
The Office of Women's Programs (OWP) at the University of Illinois is responsible for improving the campus climate for women and developing and implementing programs that address women's issues and gender-related concerns. Working in collaboration with other UIUC units and community organizations, our office provides advocacy and support for women's concerns; initiates and sponsors educational and professional development programs for and about women; provides information, counsel, and advice to women seeking assistance; assists committees, departments, and offices seeking to enhance opportunities for women students, makes recommendations on policies of concern to women; increases sensitivity in the campus community to gender-based issues; and works to correct gender-based inequities.
We are committed to providing women opportunities to recognize, celebrate and strengthen their diversity, cultures, abilities, experiences and identities. The Office of Women's Programs was established to expand the understanding of issues which affect women and encourage both women and men to take an active role in these issues.
We work with individuals and groups to identify personal, social, economical and political issues which adversely affect women and offer support through counseling, advocacy, education, financial awards and social action. The Office of Women's Programs provides services to all students regardless of race, gender, color, religion, sexual/affectional preference, age, ability, economic class, or any other significant identity.
The Office of Women's Programs provides programs and services addressing the unique needs of women students. Individual support and advocacy services are available to students by appointment and referral. Issues addressed include dating abuse, sexual assault, women returning to college, body image, harassment, campus safety and other related issues. Some scholarships are also available through this office. We offer many resources in the following pages, but please feel free to contact us if you need additional assistance.
