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5.24.15
Campus safety concerns all students, and one of the most disquieting dangers young adults must face is the risk of sexual assault. The White House Task Force to Protect Students from Sexual Assault released their first report in April 2014, leading with a chilling statistic: one in five college students experiences sexual assault during their college career.
The ACLU estimates that 95% of U.S. campus rapes go unreported. The problem of under-reporting reflects an extreme need for increased campus prevention and support systems. The federal government has stepped up to the task. The Not Alone project, backed by President Obama and Vice President Biden, strives to break the silence about sexual violence on college campuses and reach out to provide victims with the supports and avenues they need to reclaim justice, security and a sense of well-being after an attack.
In the spirit of the Not Alone campaign, our guide aims to increase awareness about sexual assault and abusive partner relationships. We’ll also address tactics to prevent attacks on campus and cover the immediate steps that should be taken if you or someone you know is victimized.
