Sexual assault is an unfortunately common crime across the United States — and it can happen anywhere. From parties to ride-shares to in private residences, perpetrators of sexual assault can cause severe damage to the lives of survivors in many contexts. Avoiding and preventing sexual assault is often out of our control,
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Sexual assault is an incredibly damaging and heinous crime, and laws across the United States prosecute it as such. However, different states may have different definitions when it comes to concepts of consent and sexual violence. In addition, different states assign varying civil and criminal penalties to sexual assault cases. If you
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In today’s world, understanding self-defense is as important as ever, especially for women. From traveling alone for business to using ride share services like Uber or Lyft, many abusers and perpetrators of sexual assault can commit heinous crimes and acts of violence against women. However, women across can protect themselves if they
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While sexual violence is a widespread problem across the United States, there are many myths that surround it. Many people can believe that sexual violence falls under a single definition, or that most people who report sexual violence are not telling the truth. These myths can make it more difficult for survivors
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The holidays are approaching, and many families are preparing for yearly celebrations and gatherings. While the holidays may be enjoyable for some people, others can have a much different outlook on this time of year. For some survivors of sexual assault, the holiday season can be very overwhelming or difficult, especially if
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Sexual assault is a serious crime that can have a lasting impact on the survivor’s physical and mental health. As a society, we should aim to support survivors in reporting their experiences and seeking justice against the perpetrators of the assault – however, reporting a sexual assault is not an easy experience.
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If you are the victim of a sexual assault, there are multiple pathways to justice available to you. You can seek criminal charges against the perpetrator to punish him or her for the crime, and you can also seek civil remedies to compensate you for your damages. However, you will need to
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Sexual violence is an all-too pervasive problem that affects millions of people worldwide. However, many people can fail to recognize when they have suffered from an act of sexual violence because they are unaware of which actions fall under this definition. Sexual violence can encompass a number of different acts, from sexual
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In recent years, you may have seen the hashtag #MeToo on the news, at political events and rallies, and on social media sites like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. The purpose of the #MeToo movement is to provide a platform for survivors of sexual violence to share their stories, helping bring awareness to
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Sexual violence is a pervasive issue across the United States and around the world and can come in a number of forms. Sexual assault and sexual harassment are two common types of sexual violence, and both can lead to significant trauma to the survivor. However, sexual assault and sexual harassment differ in
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