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What to expect at your first meeting

Whether your appointment is online or in person, you will be asked to complete a brief intake form at your first appointment to collect basic information regarding you and your current needs. Every question has the option “prefer not to answer”.

The first appointment will be focused on your current needs which can include:

• Crisis intervention
• Coordination of academic, workplace and housing accommodations
• Safety measures on campus
• Information on and help accessing further resources (including medical, psychological, community services)
• Information on and support regarding reporting options

Accessibility

We strive to create accessible and inclusive space.

• The building is wheelchair accessible via the main entrance on Sherbrooke. One accessible and gender neutral washroom is available within our office.
• This space is scent-reduced to minimize risk for people with chemical sensitivities, allergies, and asthma. Please refrain from wearing scented products, such as perfume, cologne, shampoo, conditioner, soap, hairspray or gel, laundry detergent, fabric softener, or lotion.

If you require additional accommodations to access our office or participate in our events, please osvrse [at] mcgill.ca (email) us.

Our Team:

Émilie Marcotte, Associate Director

Having worked in the fields of sexual and gender-based violence in the community and public sectors in Montreal, Émilie (she/her) joined McGill with the establishment of the office in 2017. Her current work focuses on supporting the development and implementation of anti-oppressive and trauma-informed sexual and gender-based violence prevention and response processes at McGill University. She works in partnership with stakeholders across the institution and the broader Montreal community. Émilie is a clinical social worker and member of the OTSTCFQ. She enjoys sitting in the sun and diving into a good novel.

 

 

Justine Noiseux, Response Advisor

Justine (she/her) is a clinical social worker and member of the OTSTCFQ. Prior to joining the OSVRSE team, she worked with children, teens and families affected by childhood sexual abuse and assault at the Montreal Children’s Hospital, where she was also a longstanding member of the Ethics and Child Protection Committees. At OSVRSE, she is available to offer information about our services and troubleshoot concerns with partners on and off campus, and can communicate in English and French.

 

 

 

Jen Collins, Education Advisor

Jen (she/her) has been a staff member at McGill since 2021 focusing on creating a positive student experience at the Department of Student Housing and Hospitality Services and is excited to take those learned skills and experiences to support all members of the McGill community at OSVRSE. Jen's main responsibilities include developing and maintaining the office's educational initiatives, workshops, and resources for sexual and gender-based violence awareness and prevention. She is currently working on her graduate studies in education with a focus on child sexual abuse prevention so is always ready to hear recommendations on great study cafés.

 

Robyn Nogue, Administrative Coordinator

Robyn (she/her) will likely be your first point of contact in the office, whether you're emailing, calling, or coming in for an appointment. She will get you connected with the appropriate member of our team, whether you're looking for support, to consult on a situation, to request a workshop, or to collaborate on event organization. She has an extensive background in administrative support, as well as an Associate Degree in Anthropology. She loves making friends with the neighborhood cats and hunting down the best ice cream spots.