How To Not Get Sexually Assaulted

CDCs goal is to stop sexual violence from happening in the first place. In order to prevent sexual violence, we must understand and address risk and protective factors at the individual, relational, community, and societal levels. Do not use alcohol and/or drugs to get someone to have sex with you.

Do not participate in sexist behavior by objectifying or stereotyping women. Teach everyone you know about the myths and realities of sexual violence. Interrupt rape jokes.

To avoid being raped by someone you know, all you can really do is look out for signs of trouble and get out or get help before the situation escalates to rape. Things you can do to reduce chances of being sexually assaulted. Follow these tips from the National Crime Prevention Council.

Sexual assault can occur in any situation and is never your fault regardless of the circumstances. However, by taking such steps as traveling accompanied and avoiding alcohol and drugs, you can substantially reduce your risks for being victimized. Communicate your limits clearly.

Survivors of rape and sexual assault generally go through three phases of recovery at their own individual speed. Well outline these below, along with expert advice from clinical therapist Rebecca Tenzer. From kindergarten through college, every student should know the risk factors and warning signs for sexual violenceand how to get help if they experience it.

Students can play an important role in stopping sexual abuse and assault. Become an informed advocate for prevention, healing, and justice. Bystander intervention is safely stepping in and taking action when you see someone at risk for sexual assault.

RAINN (Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network) has these 4 steps for how to help someone who appears to be at risk, while protecting your own safety. When stopping sexual violence from harming someone else, try not to put yourself at risk. These ideas can help you help someone in danger: Talk to the person away from their harasser.

Ask what help or support they need. Offer to keep them company or walk them to a safe place. Create a distraction.

NSVRC provides research & tools to advocates working on the frontlines to end sexual harassment, assault, and abuse with the understanding that ending sexual violence also means ending racism, sexism, and all forms of oppression.