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9 Tips to Stay Safe on Campus
The first steps in staying safe are recognizing the risks and being proactive. As bystanders, students can learn ways of stepping in to prevent crimes like sexual assault from occurring.
Learn MoreNew Resource from DoD Safe Helpline
Safe Helpline has developed a new resource to support survivors of sexual assault in the Department of Defense community. Building Hope & Resiliency: Addressing the Effects of Sexual Assault is a self-guided, online, educational program.
Learn MoreAct with RAINN
RAINN's Policy Action Center lets you connect directly with lawmakers. Send a tweet, write an email, and let legislators know what matters to you. #ActWithRAINN to help us protect survivors and prevent sexual violence.
Get StartedJustice Department Issues Standards for Handling Sexual Assault Kits
The Justice Department today released the first-ever National Best Practices for Sexual Assault Kits, which focus on creating a more victim-centered approach to the criminal justice process, such as improved training and developing better protocols for the processing of rape kits.
Read MoreSpeak Out to Members of Congress About Sexual Violence
Later this month, your congressional representatives will return home for August recess. This is an opportunity for you to talk with your lawmakers about important topics like sexual violence.
Read MoreMale Sexual Assault: The Road to Recovery
Men and boys who have been sexually assaulted face the same mental and physical effects as other survivors. Recovery is a process that's important to all survivors, no matter their gender identity.
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