Our Mission

The URI Women’s Center partners with others in the URI community to provide an empowering space which promotes social justice for every member of the community, regardless of gender, gender identity, body, ability, sexual orientation, race, spirituality, and ethnicity. Community members are encouraged to engage and foster continual dialogue on gender and issues that disproportionately affect woman-identified persons and their allies. By developing, supporting and advocating woman-identified persons’ abilities, talents, values and diverse identities, the URI Women’s Center supports all university students, faculty and staff in expanding their positive potential, agency and life experience.

Resources

This section includes a curated list of resources related to gender equity, wellness, safety, academic support, and basic needs. Whether you’re seeking information, support services, or ways to get involved, these tools are here to help connect you with what you need.

• Sexual Violence Prevention and Response
• Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services (VPAS)
• Rhody Outpost – Food Pantry
• Counseling Center
• Health Services
• Student Support and Advocacy Services
• Dean of Students

Community Partnerships

The Women’s Center proudly collaborates with offices and organizations across campus to support the holistic needs of our students. These partnerships strengthen our ability to provide resources, advocate for equity, and build a campus community rooted in care, connection, and justice. Our many partnerships include:

• Office of Community, Equity, & Diversity
• Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services (VPAS)
• Rhody Outpost – Food Pantry