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RAINN’s Public Policy team works with law makers and influencers to ensure survivors have access to critical services after sexual assault and to improve the way our country prosecutes perpetrators.
Protecting Children from Sexual Abuse
All survivors of sexual violence, children and mothers alike, should be able to live without fear of future harm.
Read MoreSustaining and Expanding Services
Each year, RAINN works closely with allied stakeholders, Members of Congress, administration officials, and others to secure and expand funding for critical programs and services.
Read MoreCrime on Cruise Ships
The Cruise Vessel Security and Safety Act of 2010 established passenger rights to increase safety for travelers on cruise ships. Learning about these rights before you board may help you feel more secure, and they can help you speak up if something happens.
Read MoreCrime Victim Compensation
If you decide to report the crime and work with law enforcement, you may be able to access financial compensation from a state agency to help cover some of the costs associated with the crime.
Read MoreAddressing the Rape Kit Backlog
The overwhelming backlog of DNA evidence is currently one of the biggest obstacles to prosecuting perpetrators of sexual violence.
Read MoreSexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI)
RAINN is part of a team of national experts providing technical assistance and support to cities and states around the country that receive SAKI funding to tackle existing and future backlogs.
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