Advocacy Services

Make an Appointment

Appointments are available both in person and virtually during regular office hours across all three campuses.

To schedule time with a Victim Advocate, you can:

  • Complete our online
  • Email us at va@usf.edu*
  • Call us at:
    • Tampa: 813-974-5756
    • St. Petersburg: 727-873-4422, Option 4
    • Sarasota-Manatee: 813-396-0723
  • Or visit our office in person at:
    • Tampa: SVC 2057
    • St. Petersburg: SLC 2200
    • Sarasota-Manatee: SMC A0110

If you have urgent advocacy needs while the office is closed, an advocate is available through our 24/7 Victim Helpline at 813-974-5757.

Walk-Ins

Walk-in appointments are available for individuals with immediate advocacy needs. These needs can include:

  • Serious safety concerns
  • Sexual violence within the last 120 hours
  • Immediate assistance with filing a report

*Confidentiality Notice: Please be aware that Florida has a broad public records law, and email is not confidential. If you require confidentiality, please get in touch with us by telephone or in person.