Sexual assault is a serious and pervasive problem on college campuses across the United States. According to the National Sexual Violence Resource Center, one in five women and one in 16 men will experience sexual assault while in college. Additionally, the National Crime Victimization Survey estimates that 90% of sexual assaults on college campuses go unreported.
The consequences of sexual assault can be devastating for victims, both physically and emotionally. Victims of sexual assault may experience a range of symptoms, including:
One of the most high-profile cases of sexual assault on a college campus in recent years is the case of Aggie O. Aggie O was a student at the University of California, Berkeley when she was sexually assaulted by two male students in 2014. The assault was captured on video and shared on social media without her consent.
The Aggie O case sparked national outrage and led to a number of changes in the way that colleges and universities handle sexual assault cases. In 2016, the University of California, Berkeley adopted a new policy that requires all students to complete a sexual assault prevention training program and that faculty and staff to report any suspected cases of sexual assault.
Sexual assault is a preventable crime. There are a number of things that colleges and universities can do to prevent sexual assault, including:
Preventing sexual assault has a number of benefits, including:
If you have been sexually assaulted, there are a number of resources available to help you. You can:
Q: What is sexual assault?
A: Sexual assault is any type of unwanted sexual contact. This includes rape, sexual battery, and child molestation.
Q: Who can be a victim of sexual assault?
A: Anyone can be a victim of sexual assault, regardless of their age, gender, or sexual orientation.
Q: What are the signs that someone has been sexually assaulted?
A: Signs that someone has been sexually assaulted can include physical injuries, emotional trauma, and sexual dysfunction.
Q: What should I do if I have been sexually assaulted?
A: If you have been sexually assaulted, you should seek medical attention and call the police. You can also contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) or visit the National Sexual Violence Resource Center website at https://www.nsvrc.org.
Q: What are the benefits of sexual assault prevention?
A: Sexual assault prevention has a number of benefits, including protecting students from the physical and emotional trauma of sexual assault, creating a safer and more welcoming campus environment for all students, reducing the number of sexual assault cases that go unreported, and holding perpetrators accountable for their actions.
Sexual assault is a serious problem that affects millions of people every year. It is important to educate yourself about sexual assault, to create a campus culture that is respectful of all students and that does not tolerate sexual assault, and to provide resources and support for victims of sexual assault.
If you have been sexually assaulted, please know that you are not alone. There are people who care about you and want to help you. Please reach out to a trusted friend or family member, or call the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673).
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