Which statement about Title IX protections for reporters is accurate?

• A. Reports may be filed anonymously with no further protections
• B. Retaliation against reporters is prohibited
• C. Confidential resources are never available
• D. Only students may report

Answer: (B)

Under Title IX, schools must protect anyone who reports harassment or participates in an investigation from retaliation. This protection is fundamental because it encourages people to come forward and seek help without fear of punishment, harassment, or other adverse actions from the institution or others associated with it. So the statement that retaliation against reporters is prohibited captures the essential safeguard in place for reporters.

Keep in mind that reporting can be anonymous in some systems, and you may have access to confidential resources like counselors or victim advocates. Those elements exist to support the reporter while the institution handles the response. Also, reporting isn’t limited to students: staff, faculty, and other members of the campus community can report as well.