Social situations such as parties, bar events, or dates can be dangerous without proper precautions. Many sexual assault survivors suffer this act of violence while spending time with friends or acquaintances, unaware of certain red flags and dangerous behaviors. While sexual assault is never the fault of the survivor, there are important
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Creative expression is important, especially for sexual assault survivors. Studies show that art can be an effective tool for healing in mental health treatment programs, where art therapy is an important component in patients’ treatment regimens. For survivors of sexual assault, art creates a safe, healthy outlet to express emotions and process
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In January, the Boston Globe reported that a man posing as a ride service driver had kidnapped a woman leaving a Boston nightclub in December of 2019. He then drove her to a house in Rhode Island where he raped her. The man identified as Alvin R. Campbell Jr., was ordered to be held
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Sexual assault can lead to significant emotional turmoil for months or even years following the act of violence. If you are a survivor, finding pathways to recovery can be a challenge — but with the right support and resources, healing is possible. There are many actions you can take to seek justice
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Sexual assault is a crime that involves any type of unwanted sexual contact or activity without the consent of the victim. Anyone can experience sexual assault, regardless of sexual orientation, location, or gender identity. While many sexual assault survivors are women, men experience sexual assault at high rates — and often remain
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In the aftermath of sexual violence, survivors need support. Enduring an act of sexual assault can lead to months and years of emotional turmoil, and support services are vital to ensure that survivors receive the care they need following the trauma. One important role in sexual violence resource organizations is the sexual
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A birthday dinner took a disastrous turn when a young woman named Jade was held prisoner by her Lyft driver. Jade’s case is yet another example of why ride-hailing companies need more stringent safety regulations. Jade called Lyft for a ride home from a restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island, where she had
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An army veteran who is trained in self-defense was unable to defend herself against a Lyft driver who was determined to sexually assault her but says it’s “pointless” to blame herself. The victim, 35-year-old Erin, says she froze, panicked when she realized what was happening. It was March 15, 2018 and Erin
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Survivors often face severe ostracization while trying to seek justice against their perpetrators, from a fear of retaliation to victim blaming from authorities to painful experiences in the courtroom. However, the United States government adopted the Sexual Assault Survivors’ Rights Act of 2016 to help combat these issues. This public law protects
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Victim blaming is pervasive and harmful to survivors of sexual violence. This act occurs when someone blames a survivor for his or her own sexual assault, instead of rightfully placing the blame on the perpetrator of that act. Victim blaming can take many different forms, but it is the responsibility of advocates,
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