Part of Respect Together, NSVRC provides info & tools to promote equity and end sexual violence. Hosts of National Sexual Assault Awareness Month campaign.
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"I’m an accidental activist. Because the point is, these things happen, and you look around and you wait for somebody else to do something and you realize it’s you." -
@terrycrews
Rachael Denhollander, one of the first women to speak out against
#LarryNassar
, was in court for every victim impact statement. "...their voices matter. Their stories matter. And I want to be here for them."
If
#LeavingNeverland
has brought up difficult or triggering memories for you, please know that you are not alone. It is never too late to reach out for help. You can chat online with
@RAINN
or call 1-800-656-4673.
Today is the
#SAAM
Day of Action — your voice has power when you use it to:
✔ End Victim Blaming
✔ Ask for Consent
✔ Respect Boundaries
✔ Believe Survivors!
"I work with my boys too, and talk about consent, even things like tickling or teasing people who don’t want to be teased. Like if it’s only fun for you, it’s not fun.”
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month! While
#SAAM
may look different this year — we'll be sharing ways you can get involved online and support survivors during this current public health crisis.
#IAsk
Sexually violent acts are choices that one person chooses to inflict on another person.
It does NOT matter
❌ what the victim was wearing
❌ how they were acting
❌ if they were drinking
❌ what type of relationship they had with the person who abused them
#SAAM
"Those who want to support survivors need to understand that even though we want to uplift survivors and validate them for sharing their experiences, there's a lot of pain and loss in survivorship. Stigma and shame alone are heavy enough."
#RiPDaisyColeman
Tomorrow is
#DenimDay
, a day in which wearing jeans is a symbol of protest against destructive attitudes toward
#sexualassault
.
Learn more about the campaign
#SAAM
“D.C. has many monuments, but not one for survivors of sexual and intimate partner violence. By blanketing the national mall, we are asking for space for survivors to heal.”
Believing victims’ stories—instead of asking what they “could” or “should” have done— can help create an environment where survivors feel comfortable to come forward.
#SupportSurvivors
Dear survivors: Every day, we’re thinking of you. We see you, we believe you, and we’re inspired by your strength and resilience. Throughout the day, we’ll be sharing messages of support from our staff members in honor of survivors.
#SurvivorLoveLetter
April is
#SAAM2021
, and over the next 30 days, we invite you to join us in uplifting ways we can prevent sexual harassment, assault, and abuse — and in showing visible support for survivors of these types of violence.
#SAAMWeCanBuild
#SAAM
A new study found that gender-affirming hormone therapy is significantly linked to lower rates of depression, suicidal thoughts, and suicide attempts among transgender and nonbinary youth.
@TrevorProject
#SAAM
is a time to honor survivors of sexual assault, harassment, and abuse —one of the most important ways you can
#supportsurvivors
is by believing them.
Survivors may not make a report because of:
→ concern they won't be believed
→ fear of retaliation
→ distrust of law enforcement
→ pressure from others
→ shame or fear of being blamed
The majority of sexual assaults are never reported to police. There are many reasons why survivors don't report:
→ Concern they won't be believed
→ Fear of retaliation
→ Distrust of law enforcement
→ Pressure from others
→ Shame or fear of being blamed
Survivors are some of the strongest people we know. We want them to know that we're there for them, we support them, and of course, we believe them.
#SurvivorLoveLetter
Sexual Assault Awareness Month begins this Wednesday, 4/1 — to gear up, learn how teal was chosen as the color of sexual assault awareness and prevention.
#SAAM
Cyntoia Brown was released from prison earlier today and says she plans to use her freedom to help other women and girls suffering sexual abuse and exploitation.
“Everything she did was so other survivors could have a second chance at a good life. The best way to honor her is to live that life. To keep trying to find that light and keep it aglow.”
#ForDaisy
"Brown’s case makes visible the experiences of women of color who get caught up in the criminal-justice system because they have been sexually abused and who are victimized again after they are incarcerated."
@Alyssa_Milano
These reasons include:
→ Concern they won't be believed
→ Fear of retaliation
→ Distrust of law enforcement
→ Pressure from others
→ Shame or fear of being blamed
Today, on the Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honor the lives of
#trans
folks that were lost to violence this past year. In honor of those lives, we can all recommit ourselves to creating a safer and more respectful world.
These reasons include:
→ Concern they won't be believed
→ Fear of retaliation
→ Distrust of law enforcement
→ Pressure from others
→ Shame or fear of being blamed
Believing victims’ stories — instead of asking what they “should” have done — helps create an environment where survivors feel more comfortable coming forward.
"Say what you want to do and ask the other person how they feel about it." Our partners from
@PPFA
share tips on how to talk about consent.
#SAAM
#IAsk
For those who are showing up in the lives of survivors ensuring they are seen, heard, and supported during this time of crisis — know we are with you and grateful for all you do.
Some days are tougher than others.
Please know that support is available for victims of sexual assault and loved ones. Community rape crisis centers have someone available to speak with 24/7, no matter when the sexual abuse occurred.
#SupportSurvivors
#MeToo
Sexual Assault Awareness Month can be a difficult time for some survivors by bringing up unwanted memories, but it's also a time for survivors to feel heard and supported.
#SAAM
#SupportSurvivors
Survivors who experience child sexual abuse are more likely to experience serious health consequences throughout their lives. We can all play a part in preventing sexual abuse before it happens.
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month — join us all month long in showing support for survivors and uplifting ways we can prevent sexual violence before it happens.
#SAAM2021
#SAAM
#SAAMWeCanBuild
As we process the tragic deaths of Daisy and Melinda Coleman, we honor everything they did to make the world a better place for survivors. Coming forward can still be hard and life-changing, but they gave many survivors the courage to speak out.
Some people who experience sexual assault choose to call themselves victims while others identify as survivors — both terms are valid and a personal choice.
When you stand up for survivors of sexual assault, harassment, and abuse, you send a powerful message that you believe and support them.
#SupportSurvivors
#SAAM
A survivor may or may not want to involve the criminal justice system. Working with law enforcement can sometimes be threatening or harmful, & sometimes survivors aren't ready for that.
#SupportSurvivors
Your support of a loved one who has experienced sexual violence may be a critical first step in their healing journey.
Here are 13 ways you can
#SupportSurvivors
:
#SAAM
Chances are you know someone who has experienced sexual violence even if they haven’t told you — show your support by sharing that you believe survivors.
#SupportSurvivors
Rosa Parks is known for her role in the 1955 Montgomery Bus Boycott, but before that, she investigated in the rape case of Recy Taylor.
#BlackHistoryMonth
These reasons include:
→ Concern they won't be believed
→ Fear of retaliation
→ Distrust of law enforcement
→ Pressure from others
→ Shame or fear of being blamed