Requires institution of higher education to provide victim-centered training to employees who assist student victims of sexual assault.

This bill requires New Jersey institutions of higher education to provide annual victim-centered training to employees and student staff who assist students reporting sexual assault. The training targets employees involved in receiving reports, providing services, conducting disciplinary proceedings, residence-life advisors, peer advisors, and campus security personnel. Key provisions mandate that training covers institutional policies, relevant state and federal laws, coordinated response roles, victim assistance, and compassionate communication techniques. The legislation defines a victim-centered response as a systematic focus on victim needs that ensures compassionate, nonjudgmental service delivery while maintaining safety and privacy. This requirement takes effect immediately and applies to the academic year following the bill's enactment.