Sexual Assault Awareness Month
I ask for Consent
April is sexual assault awareness month
Every community, including our own, is affected by sexual assault. We are helping create a culture of safety, respect, and equity where everyone can demonstrate the importance of Asking for Consent.
By working together to learn what constitutes Sexual Assault and its far-reaching Impacts, we are helping create a culture of safety, respect, and equity where Prevention is Possible.
Resources
I Ask for Consent
Everyone has different boundaries, and no one should ever feel pressured to do something that they’re uncomfortable with. We should all encourage open and honest communication and respect boundaries. Asking consent is a healthy, normal, and necessary part of everyday interactions.
Understanding Sexual Violence
Sexual violence happens in every community. In order to prevent sexual assault, we must be able to identify it. How we understand and talk about it matters. Sexual assault is any type of unwanted sexual contact and may include words and actions that are sexual in nature against a person’s will and without their consent. Without consent…it’s assault.
Embrace your voice - National Sexual Violence Resource Center PDF
Embrace your Voice
Sexual violence is a widespread problem that impacts survivors, loved one, communities and society. By understanding how to talk about sexual violence, we begin to see that it is everyone’s’ responsibility to help prevent it.
Impacts of Sexual Violence - National Sexual Violence Resource Center PDF
Everyday Consent
People often think that consent is only important when it comes to sex. Really, consent is about always choosing to respect personal and emotional boundaries. By practicing consent in everyday situations, you show that you value the choices of others.
Everyday Consent - National Sexual Violence Resource Center PDF
Resources
Numerous resources are available with information on sexual assault awareness, prevention, rights, and support.
Support and Resources for Survivors
Olympic College's Title IX Coordinator, Rick Sommer, can assist victims of sexual violence and other sexual misconduct with accessing and reporting options listed below.
