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DNA: Ending the Rape Kit Backlog
Ask Congress to prioritize funding that helps to eliminate the rape kit backlog, ultimately holding more rapists accountable and giving all victims an equal chance for justice.
Take ActionAccess to Care: Bolster Critical Care for Survivors of Sexual Assault
Support programs and efforts to help ensure all survivors have access to the support and services of forensic nurses.
Take ActionFunding for Support Services: Programs that Support Survivors
Advocate for programs that give survivors the assistance they need and deserve, and that hold perpetrators accountable for their crimes.
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Submit a Policy RequestRAINN Statement On Kavanaugh Vote
While we are disappointed in the outcome, we are glad that America got the opportunity to hear Dr. Blasey Ford’s testimony. Our nation has learned a lot in the last two weeks about the millions of sexual assault survivors who have stayed silent for years. It has also learned about the long-term damage that sexual violence often does to victims, and the effects on families, on workplaces, and on communities.
Read MoreRAINN Statement on Cosby Sentence
The women who shared their stories in the Cosby trial and sentencing showed admirable courage and strength. We are grateful that the court understood the seriousness of Cosby’s crime and sentenced him to prison. Let’s hope that the legacy of this case is that victims feel empowered to come forward, knowing that it can truly make a difference in bringing perpetrators to justice.
Read MoreRAINN Statement About Allegations Against Kavanaugh
Sexual assault is a crime, and every allegation should be thoroughly investigated. The allegations made by Dr. Christine Blasey Ford are very serious. The Senate Judiciary Committee has a responsibility to hear from both Judge Kavanaugh and Dr. Ford before voting on his nomination.
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