Joe, a survivor of sexual abuse in early adolescence, speaks openly about the stigma associated with male survivors, living with mental health challenges, and the special love and support he found in his relationship with his pets.
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RAINN Policy Team is Championing Change in State Legislatures
As many states wrap up their 2021 legislative sessions, RAINN’s public policy team has scored a number of victories as they work to champion changes in state policies to support survivors, improv...
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Ready, Set, Run
More than 200 runners in Washington DC, and another 321 runners throughout the country, braved the rainy weather and “Laced Up” for RAINN’s 3rd annual 5k to support survivors of sexual violence.
Bipartisan Group of Senators Renews Call for Campus Reforms
RAINN's vice president for public policy spoke at a Capitol Hill press conference urging swift action on the bipartisan Campus Accountability and Safety Act (CASA), alongside survivor advocates and lawmakers.
Thousands Seek Help Following Launch of Survivor Series
Following the launch of a new national, multi-network campaign, RAINN's victim service programs have seen a surge in demand. In the month since the release of the RAINN Survivor Series, 17,633 survivors have sought help from RAINN's hotlines.
Why I Run: Khadijah
The “Why I Run” Series is a three-part series featuring survivors of sexual assault and their loved ones who include physical fitness as part of their healing process.


