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Women's Center for Gender Justice

Our Mission

We support student success through the creation of invaluable links between student centered research, peer networking, leadership development & educational programming.

We strive to build a community & celebrate intersectional identities through collaborations with entities on-campus & throughout the New York City area to promote gender equality, LGTBQ+ rights, anti-violence education & reproductive justice. The Women's Center for Gender Justice is a safe space for all women-identified students & their allies.

What We Offer

  • Lounge space to study & relax
  • Workspace with computers
  • Free menstrual products (pads & tampons)
  • Free sexual health products (male & female condoms, etc.)
  • Counseling assistance
  • Support/social groups for students
  • Details on lactation rooms & all-gender restrooms
JJC Atrium

All-Gender Restrooms & Lactation Facilities

In compliance with the law & CUNY’s Policy on Equal Opportunity & Non-Discrimination, any discriminatory conduct based on gender-identity and/or gender expression is prohibited. Individuals have the right to use the restroom consistent with their gender identity, which is fluid & defined by the individual.

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Events & Workshops

Our social & educational workshops provide opportunities to learn new things, make friends & feel connected to the John Jay community.

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Counseling & Crisis Intervention

We connect students to short-term & on-going individual counseling in a variety of areas.  

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