The Violence Awareness and Response Program provides confidential advocacy to students and colleagues on the MNSU Mankato campus, who have been impacted by sexual violence and/or relationship abuse.

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Contact Us
Violence Awareness and Response Program 
218 Centennial Student Union, Mankato, MN 56001 
Phone: 507-389-5127 
Office Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm 
Email: varp@mnsu.edu  
Socials:  Facebook | Instagram 

Confidential Resources

All information and records will not be shared with anyone outside the office unless you provide permission. The only exceptions are for child abuse, threats of harm to self or others, or elder abuse.

Confidential Advocacy

Click here to learn more about what confidential advocacy is.

Prevention Education & Involvement

We provide education and outreach to normalize conversations on violence prevention and promote involvement. Through presentations and events, we empower students and staff to build healthy relationships, adopt harm-reduction strategies, and foster a non-violent culture at MNSU Mankato.

Domestic Violence Prevention & Awareness

Learn more about this initiative and view the event calendar.

Meet the Team

Meet the Violence Awareness & Response Program Staff.