We, the Sisters of Delta Phi Omega Sorority, Incorporated, are deeply disturbed by the reports of sexual misconduct at a Cornell University fraternity house in October 2024. The reporting surrounding this case is a painful reminder that our communities must be built on mutual respect, care, safety, and compassion.
We stand in solidarity with survivors of sexual violence and with individuals who come forward to report sexual misconduct. Survivors deserve to be heard, taken seriously, supported, and treated with dignity. We support a fair, thorough, and transparent process that respects the rights and dignity of all.
Everyone deserves to feel safe on campus and to report misconduct without fear of reprisal. Sexual violence has no place in Greek life. Delta Phi Omega Sorority, Incorporated recognizes that statements of support must be accompanied by continued education, awareness, resources and action.
We are committed to the following:
Member Education & Support Workshop. We will host an educational workshop for our members focused on understanding sexual violence, supporting survivors, recognizing warning signs, and identifying available support and reporting resources.
Support and Reporting Resources. Our National Leadership is developing resources to help members understand available support options, how to report concerns, and where to seek additional assistance when needed.
Our Stance Against Hazing. We stand against all forms of hazing. We participate in the national Diamonds Don’t Haze campaign and equip our members with education to recognize hazing and the tools to speak up against it.
We call on every Greek organization to join us in creating communities grounded in safety, respect, accountability, and care. We believe that creating safer communities requires more than words; it requires continued education awareness, accountability, and a commitment to supporting those who come forward.
How to Help:
To anyone who has experienced or witnessed sexual misconduct or hazing: you deserve to be heard, supported, and treated with dignity. You are not alone.
For background on the ongoing case, you can read more at https://www.tompkinscountyny.gov/News-articles/District-Attorney-statement-regarding-Jane-Doe-v.-Cornell-University-et-al
Support Is Available
Sexual assault and abuse — free, confidential, 24/7
- RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673), text HOPE to 64673, or chat at hotline.rainn.org.
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233, text START to 88788, or visit thehotline.org.
- Love Is Respect: 1-866-331-9474, text LOVEIS to 22522, or visit loveisrespect.org.
- 1in6: 1in6.org.
Crisis support — free, 24/7
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: call or text 988.
- Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741741.
- The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678-678.
Know Your Rights and Options
- Know Your IX: knowyourix.org
- National Sexual Violence Resource Center: nsvrc.org
- Campus Title IX Office and Victim Advocate: Contact information is available through your school’s website. A campus advocate can explain available support, confidentiality, and reporting options.
Hazing
- StopHazing: stophazing.org
- National Anti-Hazing Hotline: 1-888-NOT-HAZE (1-888-668-4293)
